This was the 2nd lecture I gave at the Univeristy of Peniche, this time for an event called the ‘Darwin Day’. Obviously the main theme was evolution, but I opted for giving an insight on 5 main species on cetaceans, their abilities and evolution mechanisms. This was merged with comments about the contemporary whaling debate and an explanation of why these mammals even though they developed incredible means for orientation and adaptation to the aquatic realm are still endangered due to humans. The problem relies on 3 main nations (Japan, Iceland and Norway) and their obstinate crave for whaling. The problem was shown, possible solutions and a discussion was generated in relation on what we can do as individuals and the issue of the status quo between governments and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)

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