Every year, hundreds of whales and dolphins strand on coastlines around the world. These gentle giants wash ashore alive or dead, in groups of dozens or even hundreds. Scientists have studied this phenomenon for decades, yet many strandings remain deeply puzzling. What drives healthy, deep-diving marine mammals to beach themselves? The answer involves both ancient […] The post A Tragic Mystery: Why Do Whales and Dolphins Strand on Coastlines? appeared first on Environment .