Close-up of a dolphin leaping from water with splashes, highlighting marine life amid Ukraine conflict pollution concerns. With the text: War’s Hidden Impact: New pollution fears for dolphins in Ukraine conflict zone.

The war in Ukraine is harming whales and dolphins in the Black Sea. Military activity, ships, explosions, fires, and floating mines, have been disturbing these them for years. Now, pollution and toxic contamination from munitions are making things even worse 👉 https://ow.ly/teAG50YKnsz

Happy National Dolphin Day 🐬

Today we are giving a special spotlight to the bottlenose dolphins of Moray Firth in Scotland.

Meet Charlie, Rainbow & Indigo. Did you know you can adopt one of these dolphins through WDC & help protect them for generations to come? 👉 https://ow.ly/cb4i50YIEfV

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He was a shining light within the wildlife community and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with his friends and family at this difficult time.

Read our full tribute below.

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We are incredibly saddened to hear the news that Doug Allan OBE, an award-winning wildlife cameraman and WDC patron, has passed away.

Doug was a passionate environmental campaigner, lending his voice to WDC to raise awareness of the threats whales and dolphins face every day. 1/2

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Happy #NationalUnicornDay or should we say Unofficial Narwhal Day!

Iran war crisis could mean extinction for whale species as US government seeks more oil - Whale and Dolphin Conservation

For a species this vulnerable, it could be devastating with threats like noise, pollution, and ship strikes increasing. 2/2

Image of a Rice's whale swimming with the text: Iran war crisis could mean extinction for the Rice’s whale

Could the Rice’s whale be pushed to extinction?
Fewer than 50 remain, and they only live in the Gulf of Mexico, but the Trump administration has removed protections to allow more oil and gas drilling, amid the growing crisis in Iran and the partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz. 1/2

A Ganges river dolphin surfacing in calm water near a grassy riverbank. With the text: Ganges river dolphins are one step closer to being able to see.

#DYK that over time the endangered Ganges river dolphins have become blind due to how polluted their habit is, meaning they rely predominately on using echolocation. In a world 1st, scientists have reportedly made 'contact lenses' for dolphins to help them see. Learn more: https://ow.ly/S31O50YzfLw

How many whales will Norway hunt in 2026? - Whale and Dolphin Conservation

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*2024 Poll commissioned by NOAH – Dyrs Rettigheter, 2024.

Image: Endangered Species Protection Agency from hunt monitoring in 2025.

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Image of a whale being dragged onto a whaling boat. With the text: 428 Minke Whales Killed Last Year. How many will it be this season.

Norway’s whaling season starts tomorrow. With a larger kill-quota: 1,641 whales.

But only 1% of Norwegians regularly eat whale meat*.
So who is the hunt really for? Our campaigner Lottie examines why whaling is cruel and unnecessary. 1/2

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Thank you so much

Last month, we asked supporters to invite their MPs to an event in the Houses of Parliament. You did and MPs told us they attended because of those messages. That’s real impact. Now we’re sharing what happened next, and why it matters for whales and dolphins 👉 tinyurl.com/5m6yxhxx

Recycling plays a role, but it should be the last step, not the first. Sustainability starts with everyday decisions.
What did you reuse today?

Image of a dolphin caught up in plastic, hooked around the tail. With the text: Up to 23 million tonnes of plastic end up in aquatic ecosystems every year.

Up to 23 million tonnes of plastic enter the aquatic environment every year. 64% of whale & dolphin species have been recorded eating plastic mistaking it for food.
It is a big problem, but small actions matter.

A group of pilot whales surfacing and swimming closely together in the ocean water.

In July 2023, dozens of pilot whales stranded on Lewis, Scotland. A new report suggests the tragedy may have begun with a female experiencing a difficult birth. Pilot whales have such strong social bonds, the rest of the pod may have followed the distressed mother.👉 https://ow.ly/KX3Y50Yv7qW

Happy #MothersDay to all the incredible mothers, caregivers, & guardians on land & in the sea. Mother orcas are devoted parents - Southern Resident pods are led by females & made up of close relatives. Sons stay with their mothers for life, relying on her knowledge to help find food. 📷 Rob Lott

But the law still can’t be enforced because the government hasn’t introduced the final activity regulations. It has been TWO YEARS.

Hundreds of thousands of animals continue to suffer while we wait.

Tag your MP and call on them to help get this Act implemented - finally.

Joanna Lumley has lent her voice to our coalition campaign urging MPs to get their ACT together.

Two years ago, the UK passed the Animals (Low-Welfare Activities Abroad) Act, designed to stop UK companies advertising & selling cruel overseas animal attractions like elephant rides and dolphin shows.

Collage of the women at WDC engaged in environmental activism and community events celebrating International Women's Day.

Happy International Women's Day!

Today at WDC we are incredible proud to have brilliant women working every day to create a world where every whale and dolphin is safe and free. Today, we celebrate them and women worldwide who are making a difference.

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So well deserved. Congratulations 🥳

A dolphin leaping out of the water in a natural habitat, promoting conservation careers. With the text: Fancy a career in conservation?

Thinking about a career in conservation? It’s not just for scientists & researchers. From comms to customer service, finance to fundraising, conservation needs a wide range of skills. Take a look below to discover the incredible roles that keep conservation moving 👉 https://ow.ly/ZhMs50Yp5IK

This law would ban UK companies from selling and advertising cruel overseas animal activities like elephant riding and dolphin shows, but we’re still waiting for the government to introduce the regulations needed to make it work. Two years on, we’re calling on parliament to bring the Act into force.

Today we’re at the Houses of Parliament with fellow animal welfare charities urging MPs to Get Their ACT Together and finalise the Animals (Low Welfare Activities Abroad) Act.

Close-up of a dolphin's head emerging from water with text about phone chemicals found in dolphin brains.

Chemicals used in smartphone screens have been found in deceased dolphins 😔
Scientists detected synthetic liquid crystal monomers in their blubber, muscles and brains.
Our marine pollution lead, Sonja, spoke to The Telegraph about what this means for our oceans 👇
https://ow.ly/6bMS50YmPnq

Two weeks ago, our campaign lead attended TUI Group’s AGM in Hanover to raise concerns about captive whale and dolphin entertainment. A direct question was put to leadership representing our supporters and the whales and dolphins affected. Find out what happened below 👇

Icelandic courts rule in two whaling related cases - Whale and Dolphin Conservation

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Icelandic whaling ships docked under a clear blue sky with a close-up of a person making a heart shape with their hands on a ship's deck. With the text: Whaling in the Spotlight as Icelandic Courts Deliver Two Key Verdicts

Two landmark court cases connected to whaling in Iceland have now been decided. Protesters who climbed the masts of whaling ships have faced trial, and a ruling has been made in an employment compensation case against Icelandic company Hvalur hf. 1/2

Local people vote for new WDC electric van - Whale and Dolphin Conservation

This will allow the team to deliver education, conservation, and Shorewatch marine monitoring work throughout Scotland. A huge thank you to everyone who voted and to the Moray Local Action Fund for their support.

Big news 🥳

Thanks to thousands of votes from people in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, and Moray, our Scottish Dolphin Centre team has been able to buy a new electric van and beach-cleaning equipment through Scotland’s Just Transition Fund.