Melting glaciers in Greenland allow whales to find new suitable habitats nearby. Researchers studied temperature shifts in ocean waters around eastern Greenland over decades.
Minke whales are now more frequently observed swimming along Greenland’s eastern coastline.
Data reveal a major transformation is underway within this intricate marine ecosystem region. Fish species that whales eat have expanded toward eastern shores, increasing food supplies.
Professor Heide-Jorgensen describes these changes as important ecological developments for Greenland. Scientists emphasize climate change benefits some animals, but others lose natural habitats forever.