Vessel Speed Restrictions Can Reduce Fatal Collisions With Sei Whales

Slowing ships by just a few knots can dramatically lower the risk of whale mortality.

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Collision risk increases significantly at vessel speeds above 10 to 12 knots.

Studies show that reducing vessel speeds in high-risk areas decreases both the likelihood and severity of collisions involving large whales, including Balaenoptera borealis.

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Implementing speed limits in migration corridors has become a key management tool in regions with dense shipping traffic.

Such measures demonstrate how policy adjustments can directly influence survival outcomes for endangered marine giants.

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International Whaling Commission

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