Whales are an ancient group of mammals that are now increasingly threatened by the impacts of human activities in the ocean.
Whalers have traditionally hunted "great whales," a group that includes sperm, blue, fin, minke, humpback, northern right, southern right, bowhead and gray whales. But whaling has no place in modern society. Humans no longer need the meat or other products from whales, there is no humane method for killing whales, and there are increasing human health concerns from consuming whale, dolphin and porpoise products.
In addition, entanglement in debris and fishing gear, chemical and noise pollution and global warming put the long-term survival of these animals at risk. But, with your help, we can ensure that these wondrous creatures continue to grace our planet for generations to come.
