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The observation records from whale and dolphin watching inshore of Hualien, eastern Taiwan [PDF]
Biodiversity Data Journal, 2023 The eastern waters of Taiwan have been lacking baseline and research data for several years. This study was initiated by Kuroshio Ocean Education Foundation (KOEF) in collaboration with the Turumoan whale-watching company since 1998, collecting long-term
Chieh-Hsi Hu +3 more
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Exposure to whale watching vessels affects dive ascents and resting behavior in sperm whales
Frontiers in Marine Science, 2022 Disturbance from whale watching can induce a wide range of behavioral responses in cetaceans, some of which can affect their energetic balance and, ultimately, their long-term fitness.
Cláudia Oliveira +5 more
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Whale watch or no watch: the Australian whale watching tourism industry and climate change [PDF]
Regional Environmental Change, 2016 Whale watching is a billion dollar industry worldwide. One of the most popular species for whale watching is the humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae). The migratory corridors, feeding, resting and calving sites which are used for whale watching may be influenced by changing ocean currents and water temperatures.
Meynecke, Jan-Olaf +2 more
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Frontiers in Marine Science, 2022 As interest in tourism and conservation grows worldwide, whale-watching has become a popular means of educating the public about wildlife conservation.
Emma L. Ausen +4 more
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Humpback Whale Movements and Behavior in Response to Whale-Watching Vessels in Juneau, AK
Frontiers in Marine Science, 2019 The whale-watching industry in Juneau, Alaska relies primarily on the presence of North Pacific humpback whales (Megaptera novaeangliae). To meet demands from the rapidly growing tourism industry, the number of whale-watching vessels in this region has ...
Alicia R. Schuler +7 more
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Energetic Effects of Whale-Watching Boats on Humpback Whales on a Breeding Ground
Frontiers in Marine Science, 2021 Interactions between whale-watching boats and cetaceans can lead to changes in their behavior. From a management perspective, it is important to understand how this type of disturbance can be translated into physiological effects, such as changes in ...
Damian Villagra +4 more
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The modelling and assessment of whale-watching impacts [PDF]
, 2015 In recent years there has been significant interest in modelling cumulative effects and the population consequences of individual changes in cetacean behaviour and physiology due to disturbance.
Hall, Ailsa Jane +23 more
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PROMOTION OF ECOTOURISM PRINCIPLES BY WHALE-WATCHING COMPANIES’ MARKETING EFFORTS [PDF]
, 2012 For the whale-watching industry to be managed according to ecotourism principles, it should focus on nature-based attractions, provide environmental education, and promote environmental, economic, and social sustainability.
Kur, Nhial Tiitmamer +1 more
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Is it possible to go whale watching off the coast of Peru?: A case study of humpback whales
Latin American Journal of Aquatic Research, 2011 Whale watching is the human activity of encountering cetaceans in their natural habitat for recreational and scientific purposes. Despite the high diversity of cetaceans in Peruvian waters, this activity has yet to be developed.
Aldo S Pacheco +2 more
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Frontiers in Marine Science, 2020 Ecotourism focused on whales and dolphins has become a popular activity and an important source of revenue for many countries. Whale watching is vital to supporting conservation efforts and provides numerous benefits to local communities including ...
Arielle M. Amrein +9 more
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