Whale Rider Put Animal's, Own Life in Jeopardy

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 - 09:21 in Biology & Nature

A teenager who reportedly climbed on the back of a southern right whale could be charged with harassment of wildlife, according to Australia's Department of Environment and Conservation (DEC), which is now investigating the matter. The incident occurred last Friday afternoon about 65 feet off of Middleton Beach in Albany, Australia. Australia - Department of Environment and Conservation - Right whale - Middleton Beach Western Australia - Wildlife

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