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Snorkelers Fined for Pursuing Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins

Settlements for harassing Hawaiian spinner dolphins.
September 28, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Pacific Islands
A Hawaiian spinner dolphin performs aerial acrobatics off Mākua Beach, Oʻahu.

Six Reasons Why You Should Not Swim with Wild Spinner Dolphins

Would you swim with wild spinner dolphins if you knew that they were trying to sleep?
September 28, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Pacific Islands
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Tour Operator Fined for Harassing Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins

A judge fined a tour operator $2,500 for illegally harassing Hawaiian spinner dolphins. Natural resources officers with the State of Hawai'i investigated dolphin tour operator Casey Phillips Cho for harassing Hawaiian spinner dolphins, which is illegal.
September 28, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Pacific Islands
A spinner dolphin jumps vertically from the water.

New Regulation Protects Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins Against Disturbance

A final rule prohibits swimming with, approaching, or remaining within 50 yards of spinner dolphins. A proposed rule may establish time-area closures of select nearshore resting areas. 
September 28, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Pacific Islands
Three spinner dolphins crest the ocean surface while one swims beneath the surface.

11 Cool Facts About Whales, Dolphins, and Porpoises

Did you know these marine mammals are part of the cetacean family? Check out these facts to learn more.
February 16, 2021 - Feature Story ,
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finback image for 2020 whale week Finback whales. Credit: NOAA Fisheries