On the third Sunday of February, World Whale Day highlights the beauty of whales and the challenges they face. This year, on February 16, we honour these majestic creatures, like the humpback whale pictured in today"s image, known for its enchanting songs and dramatic breaches. World Whale Day began in 1980 in Maui, Hawaii, led by Greg Kauffman of the Pacific Whale Foundation, to protect humpbacks from extinction. Today, it urges global action on threats like ocean pollution, climate change and habitat loss.
Happy World Whale Day!
Today in History
More Desktop Wallpapers:
-
Orosei, Sardinia, Italy
-
World Lion Day
-
Amur leopard cat, Russia
-
Christmas Day
-
On the open ocean road
-
Earth Day
-
Colours of Colorado
-
Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival
-
Fibonacci Day
-
Russell lupines, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
-
Canadian Grand Prix 2024
-
Andean cocks-of-the-rock, Ecuador
-
The most active volcano in the world
-
Irohazaka Road in autumn, Nikko, Tochigi, Japan
-
The butterfly effect
-
Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve, Idaho, USA
-
Palace of Westminster, London, England
-
Protecting the gentle giants
-
Mothers Day
-
Add wind, combine with water, and you’ll get...
-
Spotted owlet, Bangkok, Thailand
-
Kalalau Beach on the Nā Pali Coast, Kauai, Hawaii, United States
-
Wildlife Conservation Day
-
Mid-Autumn Festival
-
Quiver trees, Keetmanshoop, Namibia
-
Delicate Arch, Arches National Park, Utah, United States
-
Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica
-
Swinging over Munich
-
Frankenstein Friday
-
What returned to this city 500 years ago?
Bing Wallpaper Gallery

