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
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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
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
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
