Why whales are so important?

Several species of whales have been used by the military for rescuing people and locating underwater mines. Whales are also important to the economy. At one point, whale parts such as oil and blubber were sold for use in manufacturing. Now, whales are important to the economy from a tourism standpoint. read more

Whales have become an important topic of study among marine biologists and scientists. Biological and research studies in whale behavior, echolocation, language, intelligence, environmental impact and various other topics have helped scientists learn so much about the whale species and their impact on this world. read more

Whales are important because the whales faeces plays a role the offset carbon in the atmosphere. Back in the 18th century, whales were hunted for oil which was used for lighting, and heat. The whales also play important role in the food chain eating phytoplankton. read more