Pages in this section provide an introduction to cetacean species, the bycatch problem and conservation approaches:

Dolphin in the Sulu Sea photo: WWF

Cetacean Bycatch Fact Sheet:
How does fishing gear harm whales, dolphins and porpoises? What is the extent of the problem and which species are affected? Our fact sheet provides a quick overview of the bycatch problem and the most effective solutions.

Species at Risk:
Read about some of the species that have suffered the worst impacts of accidental entanglement in fishing gear.

Fishing Gear:
Learn about new technology to protect cetaceans or get the basics on how fishing gear works.

Cetacean Species:
Find out more about the more than 80 cetacean species and their scientific groupings.

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