Whale watching tourism is rapidly growing around the world, estimated to generate over 2 billion US dollars and provide employment for over 13,000 people in 20092,3.
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Over 13 million people across over 100 countries go whale watching every year, feeding a multi-billion dollar industry. AWI supports responsible watching of cetaceans in the wild as opposed to patronizing captive facilities.
Habitat degradation: Whale watching boats can lead to pollution and harm the whales' habitat, harming the ecosystem. Risk of collision: Boats used for whale watching can be dangerous as they may collide with the whales, resulting in severe injury or death of the animals.
So whale watchers off the coast of Long Beach got a special treat when they saw five of them on one tour. According to Harbor Breeze Cruises, only one percent of the human population has ever seen these majestic creatures up close.