Où se trouve les bélugas ?
Ceux-ci vivent principalement dans les zones glacées de l’Arctique, et les deux tiers de la population mondiale (environ 136 000 individus) passent l’été dans les eaux canadiennes.
Qui est le prédateur du béluga ?
Les principaux prédateurs de l’espèce sont l’épaulard, l’ours polaire et l’humain. De par ses activités, l’humain constitue la principale menace pour la population de béluga du Saint-Laurent.
Pourquoi la population des bélugas dans le fleuve St-laurent Diminue-t-elle à chaque année ?
Un certain nombre de facteurs semblent contribuer au déclin de l’espèce dans le Saint-Laurent. Parmi ceux-ci, la pollution, la diminution des ressources alimentaires, le dérangement par les humains et la dégradation de l’habitat sont considérés comme les menaces principales au rétablissement de la population.
Why are belugas so friendly?
- Belugas are deemed very friendly and expressive. That is mostly due to their ability to freely move their heads and lips, giving them a wide range of facial expressions. They are also very communicative and playful. From a human point of view, belugas are deemed the most likeable whales.
Where can I see belugas in Canada?
- Belugas are rather noticeable by their number and frequent spyhopping on the surface. Tail and flipper slapping can also be seen quite often. On the other hand, belugas hardly ever breach. The easiest places to see belugas in summer are the north and east of Canada, mostly from Churchill, Manitoba and Tadoussac in Quebec.
How big do belugas get?
- Wild belugas are curious, playful animals, which can be very active on the surface. They often approach boats and kayaks and sometimes even like to interact. They usually travel in groups of 5 to 20 animals. During summer, they can be seen in hundreds in bays and mouths of rivers. 3 to 5 meters. Males are bigger than females. Maximum weight: 1 ton.
Are belugas the most likeable whales?
- From a human point of view, belugas are deemed the most likeable whales. That, however, is a problem for the belugas, because even now, in the 21st century, people think it’s a good idea to catch wild belugas, lock them into an aquarium for life and teach them stupid tricks.
