whales
How to help a beached whale or dolphin - and help save its life
A beached cetacean is a distressing sight, but there are ways you can help until the marine medics arrive, says British Divers Marine Life Rescue (BDMLR)
Why whales and dolphins don't suffer from the bends
John Arnott takes a look at why cetaceans don't suffer from the bends
10 most incredible marine life experiences for memories that will last a lifetime
Top photographers and experts reveal their most incredible underwater encounters
Sperm whale guide: where they live, what they eat and why they are called sperm whales
Discover all you need to know about sperm whales, from where they live to the sounds they make to communicate
Fin whale guide: how big they are, their lifespan - and just how fast they can swim
It’s the second-largest animal on Earth, but the mysterious fin whale has long been overlooked by everyone from scientists to photographers, says Philip Hoare. Until now…
How did whales get so big?
Just how did whales get so big? We take a look at the evidence
Are killer whales dangerous to humans?
In the wild orcas pose no threat to humans says James Fair
Why whales have blowholes
Why is a blowhole on the top of a whale's head and what does their exhaled breath smell like?
Narwhal guide: what do they eat, how deep can they dive, how many blow holes they have
Discover how narwhals got their name, what is unique about their tusks, where they live and more in our expert guide
Scientists discover blue whale song is Beethoven’s Ninth
Marine biologists have analysed a body of blue whale recordings to discover one pod has been mimicking Beethoven’s Ode to Joy for 30 years
Wildlife to see in Alaska and the best places to go
If you can withstand the cold, the sparsely populated US state of Alaska is known for its diverse terrain and abundant wildlife.