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Safety warning when whale watching

August 20, 2009

Whale watching season is here and the Department for Environment and Heritage (DEH) and South Australian Whale Centre remind the public to keep a safe distance when observing these mammals.

The department’s animal welfare manager Deb Kelly said there had been a number of recent incidents involving surfers, boats and aircraft getting too close to whales. Read more

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Humpback whale may need help

July 18, 2009

A humpback whale that became entangled in fishing gear is now missing off the South East coast.

The South Australian Department for Environment and Heritage (DEH) is calling on fishermen to report any possible sighting.

Dr Deb Kelly said the whale was last seen on Thursday, July 16 off the coast of Portland, heading in a westerly direction and travelling at 15kmh towards South Australia. Read more

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First whales observed at Beachport

July 14, 2009

The annual whale-watching season began at Beachport last week with numerous sightings.

At least one whale was seen near the town’s famous jetty for an hour on Monday.

In the afternoon, a pod of four was seen off the “Salmon Hole”. They were believed to be two mothers with their calves. Read more

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Giant sperm whale washed ashore

January 22, 2009

Sperm whale

A giant sperm whale was washed ashore at Nelson.

The carcase of a giant sperm whale washed up at a Nelson beach is attracting interest not just from rangers and spectators, but a four-metre white shark which has been seen in the area. Read more

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