Oceans cover more than 70% of the Earth"s surface, so it"s no surprise they play a crucial role in our planet"s climate and ecosystem, supporting a huge amount of marine life. Humpback whales, like the one in our homepage image, can be found in all oceans and have among the world’s longest migrations, traveling thousands of miles from tropical breeding grounds to colder waters in search of food. They are also known for their haunting "songs." There are many theories about why they sing, but some research suggests it might be a sign of loneliness. The good news is, that a global ban on commercial whaling has seen their numbers increase, so there is less need for whales to feel lonely.
World Oceans Day
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Haghartsin Monastery, Armenia
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A cliff-hanging complex of temples
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World Migratory Bird Day
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Museum Mile Festival
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Balloon Ascension Day
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Here’s looking at you, teachers
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World Space Week
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Harvest time in the Palouse
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Happy 800th, Salisbury Cathedral
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A view from the top
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Aqueduct, Arkadia Park, Poland
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Memorial Day
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Park of the Monsters, Bomarzo, Italy
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Racers pushing past sunflowers in the 2018 Tour de France
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World Sea Turtle Day
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Lavender fields on the Valensole Plateau in Provence, France
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Whale hello there!
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A tribute to the ancestors
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Tom Turkey takes Manhattan
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World Photography Day
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Mexican giant cardon cactus
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The ‘Living Forest’ in Biscay, Spain