In June 2023, two orcas, Port and Starboard, named for their collapsed dorsal fins that lay to the left and right, respectively, were found to be hunting south of Seal Island, South Africa.

Such conditions include dorsal fin collapse, dental issues, and shorter lifespans. Captive environments can often lead to health issues due to confinement, lack of stimulation, and inadequate social ...

Wildlife conservation group the Dolphin Discovery Centre has reported an increase in dorsal fin injuries. In the last two months four dolphins have been found with their dorsal fins either injured ...

Cut dorsal fin injuries are usually only spotted once a year in the Greater Bunbury Region. “Having four in such a short space is extremely concerning, especially as all were recorded in ...

Just when you thought it was safe to Go-Pro back in the water: French scientists have attributed the spike in shark attacks to selfie-taking influencers encouraging tourists to pet the toothy ...

They were on the search for a puff of water or a protruding dorsal fin that would indicate a marine mammal nearby. Then, they saw two creatures they didn’t expect. The researchers were led by ...

Anglers reporting fish caught with tags attached to their dorsal fins aid researchers in understanding the effect of environmental conditions and other factors that benefit or harm population numbers.

Please report the tagged fish you catch.” Duncan said each tag has a unique number and will be attached to the fish near the dorsal fin. Anglers who catch tagged fish should use clippers to ...

The director further explained that Labeo uru, discovered in the Chandragiri River, is named for its sail-like dorsal fin, while Labeo chekida, a small dark-bodied fish from the Chalakkudy River ...

"Many influencers encourage clinging to a shark’s dorsal fin or stroking them under the false idea that they are harmless. But this behaviour provokes the animal’s survival instincts." ...