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Approach from three-quarters behind, never directly
in front or behind. Don’t cut across their path.
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Avoid approaching whales closer than 50 m; if they
are interested they will approach you.
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Don’t move your boat into the middle of a group of
whales; stay off to the side.
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Avoid following whales accompanied by a calf.
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Don’t put your boat between a mother and her calf.
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When a whale approaches your boat, put the motor
in neutral.
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Avoid rapid changes in speed and direction.
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If other boats are present, avoid surrounding the
whales.
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Tail slapping is a sign of aggression; move away.
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Never forget that a whale can weigh up to 40 tonnes,
more than the combined weight of four elephants!
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Let the whale choose whether to leave or to approach.
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this situation
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these scars were
made by the propeller of a boat
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