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Climate Change Compromising Beluga Recovery
Despite the 1979 ban on commercial whaling that decimated the St. Lawrence beluga and the implementation of numerous protection measures,…
What does GREMM do in winter? (2/2)
[Continuation of article “What does GREMM do in winter? (2/2)”] Every winter, when the whales leave the Estuary, many of…
Pascolio and Easter Weekend
On Saturday, while scanning the Estuary through her binoculars, one local resident saw a funny-looking white spot from the rental…
First Humpback in the Estuary
Armed with his camera, wildlife photographer Renaud Pintiaux sets up on the shore of Cap de Bon-Désir this past Monday.…
What does GREMM do in winter? (1/2 )
When fall arrives and the whales leave the St. Lawrence Estuary for the winter, GREMM takes its boats out of…
Are blue whales really blue?
That might sound like a funny question! After all, isn’t the blue colour of Balaenoptera musculus, in addition to its…
“Thar she blows!”
The excitement is palpable this week on the shores of the St. Lawrence! For the past few days, the same…
Return of the Gannets
There’s been a lot of action in the Gaspé this week! In addition to spotting harbour seals every day in…
15 Calves Spark Hope for Right Whales
From November to April, North Atlantic right whales give birth to their calves in the warm waters off Florida and…
All the news on North Atlantic right whales in 2022
The North Atlantic right whale is a particularly vulnerable cetacean species, currently numbering fewer than 350 individuals. The survival of…
Right Whale Protection Measures Renewed for 2022
On Thursday, March 10, Fisheries and Oceans Canada announced the protection measures that will be put in place this year…
Vacation Memories… Humpback Style!
We know where H858, also known as Queen, and H879 spent their holidays! No, these two humpbacks did not send…
Signs of Spring
After a long winter, residents are beginning to see patches of open water in the St. Lawrence’s coat of ice…
Ice Dwellers
Monday evening, from the window of her home in Sept-Îles, a local resident peers outside to admire the blazing sky…
Crystal Clear Waters
Cetaceans in sight for the first time weeks! On February 25, it was from the docks in Les Escoumins that…
An Oral Plug to Prevent Whales from Choking on Seawater
The rorqual family includes the largest animals on the planet. In order to satisfy their gargantuan energy needs by gulping…
Skies and Oceans
Between two snowstorms, all eyes turn to the waters of the St. Lawrence, scanning the horizon for marine mammals. It…
CIMM Presents Virtual “Bones with Stories to Tell” Exhibition
The Marine Mammal Interpretation Centre (CIMM) is coming to you! Our collection of cetacean skeletons – the only one of…
A Quick Glance at the World of Whales
So many pinnipeds in this chilly week of February! That’s what several observers from the Côte-Nord region have been telling…
Masturbation and Functional Clitoris: Dolphins’ Sexual Life Revealed
It is widely known that some animal species, including humans and bonobos, engage in sexual activity outside of their breeding…
Giants Under the Ice
On the St. Lawrence, it’s ice and more ice as far as the eye can see! In the Gaspé, where…
On the Ice Floes
A polar cold snap swept across Quebec this week, bringing with it blustery winds, thick fog and fresh snow, adding…
Was the narwhal seen in the St. Lawrence in 2021?
Is the narwhal still in the region? Is it still associating with belugas? How is it doing? Many of you…
Some Belugas More Affected than Others by Underwater Noise
Underwater noise is a major issue in the protection St. Lawrence belugas, which rely on sound to find their way,…
To Michael Moore, “We Are All Whalers”
North Atlantic right whales are one of the most vulnerable cetacean species on the planet. With less than 350 individuals…
Multiple Births and Low Mortality Spell Good Year for North Atlantic Right Whales
One of the most critically endangered cetacean species in the world, the North Atlantic right whale has been under close…
Lingering Humpbacks and More in Frigid St. Lawrence
As the year draws to a close, fireplaces are crackling, winds are whipping and Quebec’s landscapes are gradually being covered…
Why do whales migrate?
Every year, the whales of the St. Lawrence travel thousands of kilometres between Quebec and their wintering grounds. A humpback…
New Whale Species Discovered
Field observations are not the only way to discover new animal species. Through lab analyses of preserved skeletons and samples,…
Do albino whales exist?
They stand out from other members of their species by their unusual whiteness. They are known as albinos. Like land…
Porpoises Galore!
In summer, harbour porpoises are often seen moving in large groups of up to several dozen individuals. This time of…
North Atlantic Right Whales: Climate Refugees
The North Atlantic right whale population is down to approximately 350 individuals and is critically endangered. The recovery of this…
Calm Waters
As the mercury drops, the weather grows harsher and boats are being docked for the winter, whales are setting out…
Climate Change Triggers Shifts in Fin Whale Diets
As predators, fin whales are considered generalists, capable of hunting and feeding on a variety of prey ranging from zooplankton…
In the Wake of Sea Monsters
As Halloween approaches, horror stories abound! Amongst sources of inspiration for spooky legends, the ocean has always been a great…
Stealthy sperm whale?
Through his spotting scope, a birder posted at the Tadoussac dunes suspects he saw an unusual visitor on Sunday. The…
When do the whales of the St. Lawrence migrate?
“Are the whales expected to arrive anytime soon? Are there any whales still in the area? How long will they…
Will whales be packing their bags soon?
In this final week of September, marine mammal sightings are slowly petering out with the end of the tourist season.…
What is ghost gear?
If you follow whale-related issues at all, you’ve probably already heard of ghost gear. Some of our readers might be…
Winds of Change Sweeping Across the St. Lawrence
Across Quebec, colder weather is gradually setting in. Northerly winds are beginning to blow, announcing the arrival of fall and…