The Santa Barbara Channel serves as a critical route for tourists, fishermen, and cargo ships, with approximately 20 vessels passing through daily. This heavy ship traffic poses dire risks to whales, leading to more than 80 fatal strikes each year along the West Coast. Initiatives like the Blue Whales Blue Skies aim to reduce vessel speeds during key whale migration times. The program has seen over 80% compliance among shipping companies. Increasing awareness and compliance through recognition also serves to safeguard endangered species like whales in the region.
The Santa Barbara Channel frequently sees up to 20 ships daily, posing a walking risk to whales; scientists estimate over 80 whale fatalities occur annually from vessel collisions.
Efforts like the 'Blue Whales Blue Skies' program encourage ships to reduce speed in whale-rich areas, with over 80% of transiting vessels complying, enhancing whale safety.
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