Melting Arctic sea ice and its impact on whales.....

- The Arctic region is experiencing accelerated melting of sea ice due to climate change. Whales for various aspects of their life cycle.

1. Changing Feeding Patterns:

- Arctic sea ice serves as a platform for algae and plankton growth, forming the base of the food chain.

2. Breeding and Reproduction:

Certain whale species, such as bowhead whales, use the Arctic's protected ice-covered areas for breeding and giving birth.

3. Migration Routes and Travel:

- Melting sea ice alters traditional migration routes that whales have followed for generations,Whales may be forced to adapt their travel

4. Impact on Ecosystem:

Whales play a crucial role in the Arctic ecosystem, regulating prey populations and nutrient cycling.

5. Conservation and Mitigation

Conservation organizations and researchers are monitoring the effects of melting sea ice on whale populations.

6.Whales and Their Arctic Habitat

The Arctic is home whale,they migrate to cool Arctic waters during the summer in search of food sources and to give birth.

7.The Melting Arctic Sea Ice

The Arctic ice cover plays an important role in maintaining Earth’s temperature—the shiny white ice reflects light and heat

8.Impact on Whale Feeding Patterns

The annual cycle of migratory fin whales consists of various spatially and temporally distinct phases.

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BY: Dhanvin D Menon