Dolphins are aquatic mammals which are closely related to whales and porpoises. There are almost forty species of dolphin in seventeen genera. They vary in size from 4 ft. and 88 lbs. Maui's Dolphin, up to 30 ft and ten tons the Orca. They are found worldwide, mostly in the shallower seas of the continental shelves, and are carnivores, mostly eating fish and squid. Dolphins evolved about ten million years ago, during the Miocene. ... http://www.squidoo.com/savethedolphins Sat, 26 Jul 2008 02:20:23 -0600 FeedCreator 1.7.2 Sun, 06 Jul 2008 14:49:41 -0600 http://www.squidoo.com/savethedolphins Dolphins are aquatic mammals which are closely related to whales and porpoises. There are almost forty species of dolphin in seventeen genera. They vary in size from 4 ft. and 88 lbs. Maui's Dolphin, up to 30 ft and ten tons the Orca. They are found worldwide, mostly in the shallower seas of the continental shelves, and are carnivores, mostly eating fish and squid. Dolphins evolved about ten million years ago, during the Miocene. Dolphins are considered to be amongst the most intelligent of animals and their often friendly appearance and seemingly playful attitude have made them popular in human culture. Some dolphin species face an uncertain future, especially some of the river dolphin species such as the Amazon River dolphin, and the Ganges and Yangtze River dolphin, all of which are critically or seriously endangered. A 2006 survey found no individuals of the Yangtze River dolphin, leading to the conclusion that the species is now functionally extinct. Contamination of environment - the oceans, seas, and rivers - is an issue of concern, especially pesticides, heavy metals, plastics, and other industrial and agricultural pollutants which do not disintegrate rapidly in the environment are reducing dolphin populations, and resulting in dolphins building up unusually high levels of contaminants. Injuries or deaths due to collisions with boats, especially their propellers, are also common. Various fishing methods, most notably purse seine fishing for tuna and the use of drift and gill nets, have resulted in large amounts of dolphins being killed inadvertently. Accidental by-catch in trout nets is common and poses a risk for mainly local dolphin populations. Most large fishing boats now use Dolphin safe nets, but there are still discarded nets, lines and other equipment that cause problems. In some parts of the world, such as some areas in Japan and the Faroe Islands, dolphins are traditionally considered as food, and killed in harpoon or drive hunts.   New York, World Trade Center, 9-11! I Remember! None of us will ever forget 9-11 and with all due respect to those who died and to those who had loved ones who died, I offer this design. Just click on the picture to see all of our shirts, buttons and gifts with this design. Sun, 06 Jul 2008 14:49:41 -0600