Commercial whaling killed 350,000 blue whales and 725,000 fin whales; more than 40 years later...

After years of protection from whaling, whale populations are gradually reclaiming their ancestral habitats, with sightings of blue and fin whales showing remarkable growth since 2012.

While these majestic creatures are bouncing back from the catastrophic effects of 20th-century whaling, they continue to face threats from modern human activity and pollution.

Ongoing conservation efforts and monitoring are crucial for ensuring their future prosperity.