Busting Myths About Whales

Recent news headlines highlighted a shocking story about a commercial lobster diver who reported that he was nearly “swallowed whole” by a humpback whale off the coast of Massachusetts. While this wild experience certainly makes for a whale of a tale, you may be surprised to learn that it is anatomically impossible for a humpback whale to actually swallow an adult human. Dive deep into the world of whales alongside Expedition Leader Lilia Gonzalez, whose expertise is informed by her bachelor’s degree in biology and more than 15 years’ experience doing field research on these marine mammals. Lilia breaks down some common myths about whales by sharing intriguing facts about cetaceans, including the key differences between the feeding strategies of baleen whales versus toothed whales. Gain tips for responsible behavior when you’re out on (or in) the water with whales, to ensure mutually respectful interactions. This webinar is full of fun scientific facts that will satisfy even the biggest sense of curiosity about these gentle giants of the sea.


Originally presented July 9, 2021

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