Great Salt Lake Whales: Fact or Fiction?

Ever heard the myth about whales living in Great Salt Lake? In this episode, we explore this fun legend to see if the science supports the myth. Discover how adaptions make it possible for various marine animals to live in salt water, and learn what makes Great Salt Lake one of the saltiest bodies of water around. Let’s check it out!

Starring: Kristen Smith, Robert Blair, & Lora Halterman
Great Salt Lake Expert: Wendy Wilson, Assistant Park Manager
Cinematographer and Editor: Phase 2 Productions
Graphics/Animations: Drew Cordova
Producer: Christian Burrell
Director: Ariane Audd
Researchers, writers, and creative team:
• Kristen Smith
• Robert Blair
• Danny Alvey
• Amanda Arthur
• Tabitha Broadhead
• Lauren Evans
• Ben Segee
Filmed on location at Great Salt Lake, Utah’s Hogle Zoo, and Loveland Living Planet Aquarium

A special thanks to all those who contributed to the creation of this project:
• LLPA’s Education Vodcast Council
• Utah’s Hogle Zoo
• Wendy Wilson, Great Salt Lake Assistant Park Manager
• Jeremy Shaw, Great Salt Lake Park Manager
• Dave Shearer, Great Salt Lake Harbor Master
• Spy Hop Productions
• Staff of Loveland Living Planet Aquarium

Resources:
Maps courtesy of the U.S. Geological Survey

Link to original Utah Enquirer article: