ocean wildlife
Heroic Rescue: How Locals and Tourists United to Save a Stranded Whale Shark at Kerala's Varkala Beach
Dec 12, 2025 02:00 pm CST
In a remarkable display of human compassion, locals and tourists at Kerala's Varkala beach joined forces for over three hours to rescue a massive whale shark entangled in a fisherman's net. Despite facing injuries from the shark's rough skin, the determined group successfully guided the gentle giant back to deeper waters, documenting the inspirational marine rescue that has since gone viral on social media.
North Atlantic Right Whale Population Shows Promising Recovery After Decades of Decline
Oct 22, 2025 02:28 am CST
The endangered North Atlantic right whale population has increased to 384 individuals, showing a 7% growth since 2020 after years of decline. Conservation efforts in Canada and the US have contributed to this recovery, with 11 new calves born and no mortalities recorded this year. Despite this progress, environmental groups warn that continued protection is essential for the species' survival against threats from ship collisions and fishing gear entanglement.