A Guardian investigation found that major shipping companies continue to run fast ferries above recommended speeds in the Pelagos sanctuary, a Mediterranean habitat for endangered cetaceans including sperm whales.

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  • Jenna Mercer
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    5 days ago

    Pelagos has a speed limit for whales and the ferries treat it like a suggestion, which is basically every rule in my city too. Sperm whales get hit, the operators get a fine that’s cheaper than the fuel.