Blue Whales Return to Barents Sea
Employees of the Institute of Sea Research spotted 17 species of blue whales in the Barents Sea in the area of Svalbard. Animals returned to the region after a century of absence.
On these meetings the giant cetaceans reported this summer, coast guard ships, and even cruise ships. In particular, last week on the Coast Guard vessel "Nordkapp", following the south of Longerbaen noticed several huge whales in Isfjorden, and under the current rules, gave a presentation at the Research Institute of the sea, according to the portal "Russian Science."
"We meet more and more huge whales and minke whales and humpback whales. But blue whales - it's very unusual. Meeting with the huge animals on earth - it is unforgettable! "- Said the guard-mate Johnny Roaldsend.
Norwegian scientists say that in these waters blue whales have not seen for about 100 years. A large group of individuals living here during the summer season - is very encouraging news.
"The number of blue whales in the North grows. This is great news! "- Said senior researcher at the Norwegian Polar Institute Keith Kovach. In the 20 years of its operation, the animals in the Barents Sea, it did not meet even once.