BELUGA WHALE
BELUGA WHALE
The SEA LIFE TRUST Beluga Whale Sanctuary in Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland, is the world’s first sanctuary for beluga whales. Arcticus is an official partner and sponsor of the Sanctuary.
The SEA LIFE TRUST Beluga Whale Sanctuary in Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland, is the world’s first sanctuary for beluga whales. Arcticus is an official partner and sponsor of the Sanctuary.
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Beluga care
The Sanctuary offers a more natural life for its resident belugas, Little Grey and Little White, ensuring their well-being through dedicated care, monitoring, and essential health checks from specialist vets.
Little white
Little White is a 13 years old female born in Russia and she has more of a cautious and reserved character.
little grey
Little Grey is a 13 years old female born in Russia and she extremely curious and vocal.
Research & Education
Advancing knowledge through research and education is a key focus. The Sanctuary aims to provide valuable insights into beluga behavior and health, contributing to global conservation efforts.
Wild Beluga Protection
The Sanctuary supports the protection of wild belugas by promoting conservation initiatives and raising awareness about the challenges faced by these magnificent creatures in their natural habitats.
Sanctuary Advocacy
By demonstrating an alternative way of caring for belugas, the Sanctuary encourages the establishment of more sanctuaries worldwide. This advocacy aims to transform the lives of over 3,000 whales and dolphins currently in traditional facilities.
BELUGA CARE
The Sanctuary offers a more natural life for beluga whales that use to live in aquariums and cannot go back to the wild.
LITTLE GREY
Little Grey is a 13 years old female born in Russia and she extremely curious and vocal.
LITTLE white
Little White is a 13 years old female born in Russia and she has more of a cautious and reserved character.
RESEARCH & EDUCATION
Advancing knowledge through research and education is a key focus. The Sanctuary aims to provide valuable insights into beluga behavior and health, contributing to global conservation efforts.
WILD BELUGA PROTECTION
The Sanctuary supports the protection of wild belugas by promoting conservation initiatives and raising awareness about the challenges faced by these animals in their natural habitats.
SANCTUARY ADVOCACY
By demonstrating an alternative way of caring for belugas, the Sanctuary encourages the establishment of more sanctuaries worldwide. This advocacy aims to transform the lives of over 3,000 whales and dolphins currently in traditional facilities.
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The SEA LIFE TRUST Beluga Whale Sanctuary is committed to providing a safe haven for beluga whales. Located in Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland, the Sanctuary offers a more natural environment for its resident whales. The facility also serves as a center for research, education, and advocacy, promoting the welfare of belugas both in captivity and in the wild. By leading the way in sanctuary care, the Beluga Whale Sanctuary hopes to inspire global change in the treatment and conservation of these incredible marine animals.
The SEA LIFE TRUST Beluga Whale Sanctuary is committed to providing a safe haven for beluga whales. Located in Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland, the Sanctuary offers a more natural environment for its resident whales. The facility also serves as a center for research, education, and advocacy, promoting the welfare of belugas both in captivity and in the wild. By leading the way in sanctuary care, the Beluga Whale Sanctuary hopes to inspire global change in the treatment and conservation of these incredible marine animals.