Tuesday, August 18, 2026
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Whales spark joy in New York but face threats from boat traffic

"WHALE AT ONE O'CLOCK!" Eager cruise passengers zipping around New York's southern shores rush to the starboard bow: A humpback whale is up for air, a breathtaking sighting set against Manhattan's iconic skyline.

Whales spark joy in New York but face threats from boat traffic
Image: Phys.org
"WHALE AT ONE O'CLOCK!" Eager cruise passengers zipping around New York's southern shores rush to the starboard bow: A humpback whale is up for air, a breathtaking sighting set against Manhattan's iconic skyline.

Originally published at Phys.org

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