ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - In the two months it has been stranded on the Anchorage mudflats, the dead fin whale has engaged Alaskans and non-Alaskans alike, including homeschoolers and Alaska Native ...

A paper clip-sized chameleon and the whale shark are among the threatened species of animals and plants being monitored by conservationists this year. Fauna & Flora, an international nature ...

Alaska Native people can legally take baleen and other products for subsistence or art use, but otherwise taking parts from the whale is illegal because it is a federally listed endangered species.

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Even the name of its midsummer itinerary had a ring of adventure: the Alaska Supervoyage. The 11-day trip is a wildlife safari through whale-rich waters, past old-growth rainforests, and into ...

A 47-foot fin whale washed up onto shore near Anchorage, Alaska, and stirred up conversation about marine health. For scientists, the sighting raised concerns about what caused this endangered animal ...

Calling all artists! The Alaska Railroad (ARRC) is seeking entries for its annual commemorative artwork program by Friday, April 4, 2025. Established in 1979, the program helps participating ...

Icy Point Strait also offers whale watching adventures and other treks into the wilderness. Alaska.org points to May through September as the best time for wildlife viewing, though you can spot ...

Alaska offers a respectable first class fare, but turn to the airline's partners for a truly luxe experience. Many or all of the products on this page are from partners who compensate us when you ...