IWC Emphasises Enormous Value of Whales to Ocean Ecosystems
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Whales were hunted nearly to extinction. A new report sheds light on how important they are for healthy oceans; they can even help mitigate climate change. Washington, DC (July 6, 2021) – The International Whaling Commission (IWC) was founded to regulate whaling. Today, it also increasingly focuses on the value of live whales for planetary health. […]