Form 2 are very excited to be sponsoring Tidal, a male humpback whale, through the ClubOcean programme. A nifty benefit of this comes in the form of animal tracking (or Geolocation access), which allows Form 2 to see where Tidal is in the world's oceans. They do love finding out where his adventures take him!  The tracking is based on information from movement studies of the various species represented, and is then processed and published manually by ClubOcean's operators to provide a fun and accessible experience at all times.

Form 2 wanted to gain a better understanding of just how big Tidal is. With 15 metres being too long to measure in the classroom, Form 2 headed out to the courts, equipped with metre sticks. This fits in perfectly with our Environmental Awareness Week, where we are taking more of our lessons outside to enjoy the many benefits of outdoor learning.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

More about Tidal

Male humpback whales like Tidal, often spotted off the Northern coast of Australia, stand out for their behaviours. While some are known for their social nature, individuals like Tidal prefer a solitary existence, a fascinating trait of their personality.

These majestic marine mammals, measuring about 15 metres in length and weighing close to 40 tons, are adept migrators, travelling thousands of kilometres annually for feeding and breeding.

Tidal is particularly notable for his melodious and complex songs, reflecting the unique aspect of communication in humpback whales. These sounds play a crucial role in their social interaction and are a subject of intense scientific interest.

However, these magnificent creature face increasing threats in their natural habitat, including maritime noise pollution, overfishing, and the impacts of climate change.