Humpback whale in River Clyde 'distressed' after jet skis get 'too close' as cops launch probe
dailyrecord.co.ukPolice have launched a probe after a boat and two jet skiers got 'too close' to a humpback whale in the River Clyde causing it distress.We previously told how the huge mammal was spotted spotted swimming off the coast of Dunoon by stunned passers-by on Sunday, June 11.
Officers have now revealed that two jet skis were seen near the whale in the waters off Greenock on the same day, which appeared to cause the animal distress.A few days later, a boat was seen 'very close' to a pod of dolphins which included a young calf.
The vessel was seen around 1.25pm on Thursday and an investigation has now been launched to trace the occupants. Officers have reminded the public that is it an offence to intentionally or recklessly disturb or harass protected species.
Wildlife officer, Police Constable Jordan Edwards, said: “Following these reports enquiries are being carried out and I would like to remind people that it is an offence under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 to intentionally or recklessly disturb or harass these protected species. “Dolphins, whales, seals and porpoises are a wonderful site off our coasts but they can easily be disturbed and should not be closely approached or chased.
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