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Artigo Lixo Marinho Outra Espécie Residente

Marine litter: Another resident species!

During our trips to the sea, we managed to see many species of animals. But unfortunately, we also found a huge amount of rubbish. Although it can be made up of any type of material, about 70% of the marine litter found… Read More

Artigo As Nossas Gigantes do Mar Baleias Azuis

Our giants of the sea: Blue Whales

The Blue Whale (Balaenoptera musculus) is the largest animal in the world, reaching up to 33 meters in length and weighing up to 180 tons! Despite their bluish gray coloration, these giants of the sea are known as Whales… Read More

Artigo Duas Semanas Inesquecíveis

Two unforgettable weeks!!

A calm sea, a spring sun and the arrival in force of our much admired Blue Whales (Balaenoptera musculus)!! It was without a doubt two unforgettable weeks. We were excited when it started… Read More

Artigo Os Nossos Companheiros Golfinhos Comuns

Our faithful companions: Common Dolphins!

Whether it is rainy or sunny, almost every time we go out we have the pleasure of spotting these colorful animals! Able to reach up to 2.70 meters and 200 kg per individual, these species (Delphinus delphis) have a gray/dark brown color, … Read More

Artigo Cetáceos o que são

The arrival of our Bearded Whales!!

Bearded Whales Spring is finally here, and with it, our favorite tourists: the Bearded Whales! These cetaceans have this peculiar name because instead of teeth they have keratin filaments (which visually remind us of beards). ... Read More

Artigo Picoslogia Educação Ambiental e Ecológica

Picoslogia - Environmental and ecological education

Over the years, Picos de Aventura has made an effort so that each of its activities is enriched with knowledge, environmental and ecological education for greater awareness and conservation of nature (Fig.1). The marine side… Read More

Sperm whales, dolphins and too much plastic in the ocean

The dangers of plastic in the ocean Plastic in the ocean? What impact does it have on different marine species, including sperm whales and dolphins? Another winter day on the island of São Miguel and another sea departure from Picos de … Read More

Artigo Lixo Marítimo

Marine pollution in the waters of the Azores

Marine pollution comes from irresponsible behavior and lack of knowledge on the part of man over the last few years. Because of the immensity and depth of the oceans, until recently, Man… Read More

Artigo Cetáceos o que são

Cetaceans: what are they?

Cetaceans are marine mammals that, like humans, have lungs and whose young feed on milk. These animals have been proving to be extremely social and intelligent animals, with complex intra... Read More

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