Protecting Arctic Blue Corridors for Whales

Arctic “blue corridors” are migration superhighways that allow whales, seals, walruses, and other marine animals to move between locations to find the conditions they need for feeding, giving birth, and mating. But Arctic whales and seasonal visitors to the Arctic, such as gray and humpback whales, face growing threats on their journeys. As our planet warms and sea ice melts, more ships are traveling through Arctic waters. Shipping has many consequences for marine wildlife, including underwater noise, pollution, lethal injuries from collisions, and more.

By protecting blue corridors in the Arctic and beyond, we ensure that whales and other marine animals can reach the habitats they need for those important life events.

Learn more about WWF's work on whales.