Beluga whales are listed as a near threatened species worldwide, with some populations listed as endangered by the governments that oversee their natural habitats. These endangered populations, found in Cook Inlet, Alaska and the St. Lawrence River Estuaries, Canada, are exposed to high volumes of ship traffic. More ships in a concentrated area means more… Leer más
Una vez más, la implicación y ayuda de los pescadores es crucial para salvar la vida de una tortuga marina. Así lo ha reconocido el Cuerpo de la Guardia Civil que ha querido contribuir a la conservación de esta especie en una campaña dirigida a este colectivo. Se trata de informar a los pescadores de… Leer más
Dolf Dejong On any given day, the animal care staff at Oceanografic have a long list of activities they have to complete. From feeding and cleaning, to regular health checks and exhibit maintenance. Today I was in the wetlands aviary and observed as Cesar, the head Bird Curator and his team undertook some interesting projects… Leer más
El Departamento de Educación del Oceanogràfic de Valencia está ultimando los detalles para recibir al nutrido grupo de niños que se han apuntado a la Escuela de Verano. Entre la programación diseñada se han planificado nuevas actividades que hasta la fecha no se habían realizado. En concreto, los niños podrán zambullirse cerca de los delfines… Leer más
Dr. Gabriella Postiglione Ethology and animal welfare. Department of veterinary medicine. Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna At Oceanografic our team of veterinarians deliver world class care to ensure the physical well-being of our animals. They are supported by enthusiastic professional trainers who are committed to ensuring these incredible animals receive their daily meals, exercise… Leer más
Dolf DeJong One of the great things about my career choice is that I spend considerable time with people who care passionately about animals. Many of the trainers, veterinarians, biologists and educators see the animals in their care as co-workers and members of an extended family. They often spend more time with these animals than… Leer más
The Barn Swallow (Hirundo rustica) is a pretty little bird with a blue back, forked tail and strong preference nesting on human made structures such as barns and bridges. Historically large numbers of these birds pass through the area as they migrate from Southern Africa to Europe to nest. A few even stay in Valencia… Leer más
The bubbles released when you open a carbonated drink come from the carbon dioxide that is dissolved in the soda (or beer if you are older!). As you open the drink and release the pressure, the solubility for the gas decreases and the gas comes out of solution and forms bubbles. The faster you open… Leer más
LAS INCREÍBLES CRIATURAS DEL ÁRTICO: LAS MORSAS Dr. Gabriella Postiglione Etología y bienestar animal. Departamento de medicina veterinaria. Alma Mater Studiorum, Universidad de Bolonia. Después de mi aprendizaje con las belugas, (LINK BLOG 1) no imaginaba que mis nuevas amigas iban a ser tres hermosas chicas con bigotes: las morsas. Las conocí cuando volví a… Leer más
Dr. Gabriella Postiglione Ethology and animal welfare. Department Veterinary medicine. Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bolonia. I’ll never forget the first time I’ve seen a beluga whale. I was still a student looking for a project for my thesis, I had only one certainty, it had to be about dolphins, seals, or another aquatic species… Leer más