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Whales Make a Stunning Comeback in Antarctic Waters
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Humpback whale populations in Antarctica have rebounded to near pre-whaling levels, marking a conservation success that's exceeded scientists' expectations. Recent surveys near the South Orkney Islands documented multiple groups of over 100 whales, signaling the Southern Ocean's remarkable recovery.
Humpback whale populations in Antarctica have rebounded to near pre-whaling levels, marking a conservation success that’s exceeded scientists’ expectations. Recent surveys near the South Orkney Islands documented multiple groups of over 100 whales, signaling the Southern Ocean’s remarkable recovery.