Humpback whales learn songs from each other during their migrations!

The best time to see the Northern Lights in the Northern Hemisphere is from September to mid April. In the summertime, it’s not possible to view the auroras due to the long daylight hours. Light pollution, particularly from city lights, can dramatically reduce visibility. So, for optimal viewing, enthusiasts should try and leave brightly lit areas. Even sailing traveling 10 or 15 minutes outside the city can significantly optimize you sighting chances and therefor your enjoyment of the Northern Lights. Read more.

How long whales live depends on the species and how well they have been studied, there is still a lot that we do not know about whales! Some of the oldest whales are also some of the largest whales and many of them can be found in Icelandic waters. The oldest whale reported was found to be of over 200 years of age, but which whale was it and how does that compare to other whale species, find out more in this Wildlife Adventure blog by Special Tours Wildlife Adventures.