The World from PRX

Marine mammals

The carcass of a right whale is prepared to be towed out to sea near Norway, Prince Edward Island.
Environment
Experts say ‘extinction is around the corner’ for Atlantic right whales
A dolphin performs tricks at a recent Six Flags show in Mexico City.
Culture
Mexico City is banning dolphin shows, taking a lead on animal rights
Oil flows through pipes to the Westridge Marine near Vancouver, BC. A second, much larger pipeline here is part of Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau's plan to increase exports of oil from Alberta's tar sands region. Opponents say that would increase
Environment
This Canadian oil pipeline could cause the next great controversy
The vaquita marina is a critically endangered porpoise species that lives only in the northern part of the Gulf of California. Scientists believe the population may be down to just 30 animals.
Environment
Adios, vaquita marina? Mexico’s ‘little sea cow’ is being pushed to the edge of extinction.
Dolphin
Books
Why are we fascinated with dolphins?
Environment
Sea otter populations could be key to carbon sequestration
Otters As Climate Defenders
Environment
Scientist discover critical role sea otter play in climate change
Sea Otters at Bay
Sea Otters: Swimming for a Comeback