Marine Wildlife

Wild Humpback Whale Vessel Strike Prevention

Collisions between ships and humpback whales cause significant mortality and injury as whales recover in previously depleted coastal areas.

Key Facts

Welfare Considerations

Struck whales frequently survive initial impact only to die slowly from internal injuries, propeller lacerations, or drowning. Death from vessel strike is rarely instantaneous and represents significant suffering. Humpback recovery success stories are threatened by shipping traffic increases, making proactive management essential to sustain populations and prevent suffering.

What You Can Do