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The Evolution of Whales: From Ancient Whaling to Modern Conservation Efforts

This article explores the deep relationship between humans and the sea, focusing on the history of whaling and the conservation efforts that emerged as whale populations dwindled. Whaling has been documented since 5000 B.C., with products like whale oil used in industries from cooking to cosmetics. The International Whaling Commission was established in 1946 to protect whale stocks, leading to a whaling moratorium in 1982 that is still in force today. We also highlight endangered cetacean species and the ongoing challenges in whale conservation.

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The Evolution of Whales: From Ancient Whaling to Modern Conservation Efforts

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  1. Humans & The Sea

  2. Evolution of Whales

  3. Whaling • Humans have been sailing the seas since civilization began • Whaling was recorded in 5000 B.C. and in Norway at least 4000 years ago! • Whale oil was used to make margarine & cooking oil • Sperm Whale oil was used for: illuminating lamps, industrial lubricant and as a component in soap, cosmetics & perfumes

  4. Picture Time!

  5. International Whaling Commission • IWC formed in 1946 • Purpose was to conserve the whale stocks that were being depleted by commercial whaling • USA became a member in 1948 and is still a very active member • Did you know: • The US had the largest whaling fleet in the nineteenth century (1800’s)? • When oil was discovered, the need for whale oil declined

  6. IWC, cont’d • 1982 Whaling Moratorium • What’s a moratorium? • A legally authorized pause or delay of an action • Still in place today • Between 1990 & 1993, it was proposed to the IWC to lift the moratorium • In 1993 the USA refused and stated they would impose sanctions against any country that continued to whale without IWC permission

  7. Endangered/depleted Cetaceans • Species included: • Dolphins: • Baiji, irawaddy, bottlenose • Porpoises • Vaquita • Whales: • Blue, humpback, fin, northern right, narwhal, bowhead

  8. Right Whale Minke Whale Baiji Vaquita Stranded Fin Whale

  9. Size of the Blue Whale

  10. Whaling Photos

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