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NOAA Fisheries Highlights Porpoises

Sun, 5 Oct 2008
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Did you know that the porpoise derived its name from the Latin word for pig?  NOAA Fisheries Office of Protected Resources provides you with a general knowledge about the Harbor Porpoise from their habitats to their population trends.  This site is perfect for anyone seeking out general porpoise knowledge and the conservation effort to protect them.
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  • Porpoises
  • Animal Facts
Submitted by: Talhia Hodges Writer, Animals.com

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