The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is reminding all boaters that marine mammals are protected by the Federal Marine Mammal Protection Act. Boaters are advised to follow the NOAA Whale Watching Guidelines to help minimize chances of harassing or injuring whales and violating federal law. The guidelines apply to all large whales from Maine through Virginia, except North Atlantic right whales.
It is illegal to approach a right whale within 500 yards (1,500 feet) unless granted specific exemption or authorization.
Additional information can be found at: noaa.gov and greateratlantic.fisheries.noaa.gov
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