The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife reminds recreational boaters and paddlers that a new state law to protect orca whales went into effect June 12.
The law, approved during the last legislative session, establishes rules for boaters and paddlers, including a requirement that vessels stay at least 100 yards away from southern resident orca whales.
Under the new law, boaters who unexpectedly come within 100 yards of the orcas are required to stop immediately, put the engine in neutral and allow the whales to pass. The law also makes it unlawful to feed the whales.
Boaters who violate the state law could be fined up to $500.
The majority of orca whales found in Washington from early spring to late fall are members of the southern resident orca population, which mostly travel the waters of northern Puget Sound, Cenci said.
The orca population, which totals about 90 whales, is protected under the federal Endangered Species Act and the federal Marine Mammal Protection Act. Harassing or disturbing marine mammals also can result in federal fines.
“With this new state law, WDFW enforcement officers, who conduct the majority of the marine patrols, can provide another layer of protection for orca whales in Washington’s waters,” said WDFW Deputy Enforcement Chief Mike Cenci.
For more information, visit http://www.bewhalewise.org.
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