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Reposted from @noaafisheries Swimmers and boaters who visit wild spinner dolphins close to shore during the day risk disturbing their rest and potentially harming them. Wild spinner dolphins feed off-shore at night and return to sheltered bays and coastlines during the day to rest, socialize, tend to their young, and avoid predators. Any energy the dolphins use to respond to human activity—even if they appear to just be curious and enjoy the interaction—is energy they’re not saving or using for behaviors critical for their survival. When their rest is interrupted, especially if it happens many times in a day, it can negatively impact their health and well-being. Check out 6 reasons why you should not closely approach or swim with wild spinner dolphins: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-story/six-reasons-why-you-should-not-swim-wild-spinner-dolphins #SharetheSea #WatchingWildlife Link also in bio. Photo: Wild spinner dolphin jumping out of the water. Credit: NOAA Fisheries #dolphins #SharetheSea #Watchingwildlife - #regrann https://www.instagram.com/p/CE11WPUFeeJ/?igshid=1hnz8uoox9zzg

Reposted from @noaafisheries Remember to #SharetheShore! Seals are a common sight on the west coast, throughout the New England and Mid-Atlantic region, and in Alaska. It is important for beach goers to share the shore with seals so everyone can enjoy the shore in a natural and safe way: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/west-coast/marine-life-viewing-guidelines/share-shore-watch-marine-mammals-responsibly Learn why mom seals and their pups need extra space, why you should never feed or touch seals, and much more: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/new-england-mid-atlantic/marine-life-viewing-guidelines/share-shore-seals-new-england-mid-atlantic Link in bio. Photo: Northern Elephant Seals. Credit: Eric Boerner/NOAA #WatchingWildlife #SharetheShore #elephantseal - #regrann https://www.instagram.com/p/CEwySM7FZtI/?igshid=1tc38dsqfjs49

Reposted from @noaafisheries #WatchingWildlife: Watching marine animals in their natural habitat can be a positive way to promote conservation and respect for animals and their environment. But irresponsible human behavior can disturb animals, destroy important habitats, and result in injury to animals and people. Before spending time on or near the ocean, know the regulations and guidelines for viewing and approaching marine mammals and sea turtles. Learn more about how your actions can impact marine wildlife: https://fisheries.noaa.gov/insight/viewing-marine-life Photo: Humpback whale mother and calf swimming together. A survey conducted between 2004 and 2006 estimated that approximately 10,000 humpback whales visit Hawai‘i each year. Credit: J. Moore/NOAA, under MMHSRP permit #18786-02 #ShareTheShore #ShareTheSea #humpback #whale #habitat #conservation #animals #environment #ocean #NOAAFisheries - #regrann https://www.instagram.com/p/CEryD83A2an/?igshid=1i06d3yuj2ol9

Reposted from @noaafisheries - Would you bother your friends if you knew they were trying to sleep? Swimmers and boaters who visit wild spinner dolphins close to shore during the day risk disturbing their rest and potentially harming them. Wild spinner dolphins feed off-shore at night and return to sheltered bays and coastlines during the day to rest, socialize, tend to their young, and avoid predators. Any energy the dolphins use to respond to human activity—even if they appear to just be curious and enjoy the interaction—is energy they’re not saving or using for behaviors critical for their survival. When their rest is interrupted, especially if it happens many times in a day, it can negatively impact their health and well-being. Check out 6 reasons why you should not closely approach or swim with wild spinner dolphins: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-story/six-reasons-why-you-should-not-swim-wild-spinner-dolphins Link in bio. Photo: Spinner dolphins. #SharetheSea #WatchingWildlife #spinnerdolphins #PacificIslands #marinelife #guidelines - #regrann https://www.instagram.com/p/B1wq2neF4Rg/?igshid=16iv9mli1kr9

Reposted from @noaafisheries - Remember to #SharetheShore! Seals are a common sight throughout the New England and Mid-Atlantic region, on the west coast, and in Alaska. It is important for beach goers to share the shore with seals so everyone can enjoy the shore in a natural and safe way. Learn why mom seals and their pups need extra space, why you should never feed or touch seals, and much more: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/new-england-mid-atlantic/marine-life-viewing-guidelines/share-shore-seals-new-england-mid-atlantic Link in bio. #WatchingWildlife #SharetheShore #seals #beach #marinelife #newengland Photo: Gray seal mom and pup, Muskeget Island, MA. Credit: WHOI/Andrea Bogomolni. - #regrann https://www.instagram.com/p/B1wqlHVFs4n/?igshid=1p7uammhous0w

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