Alfaguara project
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The Alfaguara project is a marine life conservation project operated from Puñihuil in the northwest of Chiloé Island, the main island in the Chiloé Archipelago in southern Chile. ()
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Wildlife
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Fin whale
The fin whale, often referred to as the finback whale or common rorqual, is a majestic marine giant and the second-largest species on our planet, second only to the blue whale. Belonging to the baleen whale family, these impressive creatures are characterized by their...
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Blue whale
The blue whale, a marine mammal beloning to the baleen whale suborder Mysticeti, holds the distinction of being the largest animal ever known to exist. These magnificent creatures can reach lengths of up to 29.9 meters and weigh as much as 173 tonnes.
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Sei whale
The sei whale is a captivating baleen whale and the third-largest member of the rorqual family, trailing only the blue whale and the fin whale. These majestic creatures inhabit most of the world's oceans, favoring deep, offshore waters.
Mammals
Humpback whale
The humpback whale is one of the most captivating creatures of the sea, easily recognized by its unique body shape, impressive breaching behavior, and intricate songs sung by males. These magnificent whales can grow up to 16 meters (about 52 feet) in length and weigh...
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Marine otter
The marine otter, a captivating yet little-known mammal native to South America, is a member of the weasel family. Unlike most otters, these charming creatures inhabit exclusively saltwater coastal environments. They are distinguished as one of the smallest otter...
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