Boat Strike -- There was a severe case of a dolphin versus an outboard boat propeller recently in Nags Head and the animal died from its wounds. The photo of the carcass, taken on June 30, was too gruesome to publish.
If you’re going boating along the Outer Banks, please read up on the important information listed below so you can avoid a boat strike of a dolphin, manatee or sea turtle.
😎 Wear polarized sunglasses which help reduce glare and make these animals easier to see
🛥 Vessel operators should designate a wildlife spotter to keep an eye out for marine life
🐬 Keep your boat 50 yards away from dolphin, manatee and sea turtles
⚓️ If you find yourself less than 50 yards away from a marine animal, remember these three tips:
1. Use no-wake speed and put your engine in neutral
2. Don't expect these marine animals to move out of your way, instead, move away from them slowly
3. Make sure the animal is a safe distance away before starting your propeller
(Photo courtesy Brookfield Zoo Chicago's Sarasota Dolphin Research Program, NMFS Scientific Research Permit No. 15543)
Boat Strike -- There was a severe case of a dolphin versus an outboard boat propeller recently in Nags Head and the animal died from its wounds. The photo of the carcass, taken on June 30, was too gruesome to publish.
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