Press releases
New UN Report on Reducing Major Impacts of Noise Pollution on Marine Wildlife
International Meeting to Review Approaches to Cetacean Bycatch
The first meeting of the Joint Bycatch Working Group is being held from 10 to 12 February 2021. Taking advantage of an online format, the meeting is open to interested experts and observers in addition to the working group members. It is attended by more than 150 participants from European, Mediterranean and Black Sea countries, gathering scientists, managers, decision-makers and representatives of the fishery sector.
Special Issue of UN Stamps Featuring Migratory Species Launched at CMS COP13
A special set of UN stamps featuring endangered migratory species will be issued today at an evening function to coincide with the Thirteenth Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS COP13), taking place in India this week. The stamps are a collaboration between United Nations Postal Administration (UNPA), the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES).
Whale Watching Handbook
Whale Watching - New Resource Shows How To Do It Right
To encourage best practice in the growing whale watching industry worldwide, two intergovernmental organizations have launched a comprehensive handbook. The free online resource provides information on species, advice on locations and guidance for interested whale watchers regarding responsible behaviour. The joint initiative by the International Whaling Commission (IWC) and the UN Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) has resulted in the online Whale Watching Handbook which offers comprehensive, impartial and free advice.
Underwater noise
Media Advisory: Impact of Underwater Noise
A side event, where experts will discuss the urgent need to assess, regulate and address the impacts of underwater noise, a transboundary threat, will be held on the side lines of the 19th
Safer Seas for Harbour Porpoises, Bottlenose Dolphins and Orcas
UN Agreement for Small Whales Turns 25 Years Old
Bonn, 17 March 2017 - The Harbour Porpoise is the only small whale found regularly in German waters and there a
Joao Corvina © Common Dolphin
Safer Seas for Harbour Porpoises, Bottlenose Dolphins and Orcas
UN Agreement for Small Whales Turns 25 Years Old
Bonn, 17 March 2017 - The Harbour Porpoise is the only small whale found regularly in German waters and there a
Bottlenose Dolphin © Steve Geelhoed
Countries Act to Better Protect Whales and Dolphins from Bycatch, Chemicals and Underwater Munitions
Harbour Porpoises, Orcas and Common Dolphins are exposed to many threats. Bycatch, for example, kills large numbers of marine mammals in fishing nets. Ocean energy installations, leaching chemicals and submerged munitions from the two world wars impact their lives. The Baltic Harbour Porpoise is one of the most endangered marine mammals globally. With fewer than 500 individuals, it is threatened by extinction and urgent action is required.
Bottlenose Dolphin © Steve Geelhoed
Countries Act to Better Protect Whales and Dolphins from Bycatch, Chemicals and Underwater Munitions
Harbour Porpoises, Orcas and Common Dolphins are exposed to many threats. Bycatch, for example, kills large numbers of marine mammals in fishing nets. Ocean energy installations, leaching chemicals and submerged munitions from the two world wars impact their lives. The Baltic Harbour Porpoise is one of the most endangered marine mammals globally. With fewer than 500 individuals, it is threatened by extinction and urgent action is required.