The Department of Sustainability and Environment (DSE) have reported three sightings of whales along the coast of Marengo on the Great Ocean Road (read the full media release).
DSE has called on Victorians to report any sightings of whales over the next few weeks after earlier than usual sightings of migrating humpbacks off our coast.
DSE Senior Biodiversity Officer at Warrnambool, Mandy Watson said they have had two sightings of Humpback Whales off the Victorian coast this year and they are keen to hear from anyone if they see any more.
“We normally don’t start seeing Humpback Whales until April or May so we are very interested in hearing any further reports of these early starters.”
“Anyone sighting migrating humpback or southern right whales over the next few weeks should call the DSE Customer Service Centre on 136 186,” Ms Watson said.
Marine mammals are protected under the Wildlife Act 1975 and rules and regulations are in place to protect them.
To report an emergency (stranding, entanglement, injury or death) involving a whale or a dolphin call the Whale and Dolphin Emergency Hotline – 1300 136 017.
Are you keeping an eye out for migrating whales this year, and where are the best spots on the coast to sight them?
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