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Humpback Whale Injured Again by Boat Collision

7/4/2025

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An injured humpback whale was discovered near Glacier Bay National Park, Alaska, bearing a deep one-foot gash likely caused by a boat collision. This alarming incident, the second in just a month, highlights the growing threat of vessel traffic to these majestic creatures, sparking urgent calls for enhanced safety measures.

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An injured humpback whale was discovered near Glacier Bay National Park, Alaska, bearing a deep one-foot gash likely caused by a boat collision. This alarming incident, the second in just a month, highlights the growing threat of vessel traffic to these majestic creatures, sparking urgent calls for enhanced safety measures.