Whale Museum's Whale Conference is held annually during the summer with the aim of sharing information about the latest research on whales and other marine mammals in Skjálfandaflói and beyond. The conference is an important forum for scientists, whale watching company staff, guides and anyone interested in the ocean and its ecosystem.
The conference program includes a variety of presentations from national and international experts, covering everything from whale behavior and ecology to the impacts of climate change and human activities on the ocean. By sharing the latest research findings, the conference contributes to increased awareness and education about the importance of protecting marine life.
The conference moderator is Heidar Halldorsson, project manager of the Whale Museum, who has led its organization for the past few years. The conference has established itself as an important event in education and networking between the scientific community and those working in whale watching and related tourism.