Coast Guard: Keep Away from Humpback Whales

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From The Associated Press:

The U.S. Coast Guard is reminding the public to maintain a safe distance from humpback whales that are migrating to the Hawaiian islands.

Humpback whale season is generally from November to May, with the peak of the season occurring during January and March. They come to Hawaii to mate, calve and nurse their young. They return to Alaska‘s colder waters in the summer months to feed and rebuild their blubber supply. Read more.

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Photo: Keep away. (mikebaird)

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