18 facts about narwhals you probably didn't know
Narwhals have to be one of the most fascinating marine mammals in the sea. Often called the “unicorns of the sea”, these whales are characterized by a long tusk that protrudes from the left side of the upper jaw. This tusk is an elongated canine tooth, and contains millions of nerve endings which helps the … Continued
Five marine mothers and the incredible ways they care for their young
Underwater mothers face challenges and dangers we cannot imagine, including those posed by human activities such as pollution, habitat loss and underwater noise from shipping and development. It’s WWF Water Wednesday, when Love Nature television explores the unique characteristics, natural history, environmental challenges and threats facing waters and aquatic species in Canada and around the … Continued
Walruses can dive for up to 25 minutes at a time
Despite their size, walruses are very good swimmers. They can achieve depths of up to 100 metres, and remain down there without having to take a breath for up to 25 minutes. See more by subscribing to the Love Nature video streaming service.
Humpback whales love to play
Talk about making a splash! Humpback whales enjoy playing in the water, and will breach by throwing nearly two-thirds of their entire body out of the water.
Seals can remain underwater for 10 minutes
When your primary food source lies under the water’s surface, you have to develop some unique adaptions in order to survive. For seals, this includes new ways of storing oxygen, swallowing food and keeping the nose closed.
Baby whale drinks from mother's milk
Like most mammals, whale calves require their mother’s milk for nutrients. However, it can prove difficult to feed underwater, so just how do these magnificent beasts do it?
Mother whale and mother dolphin take their kids for a stroll
Add this to the mix of odd animal friendships: a mother whale and her calf were spotted swimming along with a mother dolphin and her calf. The footage, captured via drone by YouTube user Vern Sky-Pro, shows the pair of whales calmly following the path of the dolphins. The notion of whales and dolphins getting … Continued