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Have a 'whale' of a time this Sunday 15.08.12

WHALE Watch Day will be celebrated at Malin Head this Sunday with everyone invited to take part.
Join the local branch of the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group (IWDG) to discover what types of whales and dolphins inhabit our seas. Co-ordinator Emmett Johnston said whale watchers would be shown how to observe and record the massive mammals from land.
The purpose of Whale Watch Day is to raise awareness about the 24 species of cetaceans - porpoises, dolphins and whales - that have been recorded around the Irish coast in recent times. It will also provide the IWDG with a unique snapshot of whale and dolphin activity.
This is an annual Heritage Week event with 17 separate headlands around the Irish coast being observed this weekend by the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group in association with Inis Cologne. They are free and open to all.
Whale Watch Day will be celebrated at Malin Head this Sunday.
Emmett said the species most likely to be seen from Malin Tower this Sunday are minke whale, bottlenose dolphin, porpoise and the basking shark.
“Fingers crossed we get calm conditions, as we have been experiencing a good level of dolphin and shark activity in the vicinity of Malin Head in recent weeks,” he added.
People are urged to bring binoculars or a spotting scope and dress appropriately for outdoor conditions. There are no boat trips involved and there are no guarantees that whales or dolphins will be seen during the event. The Malin Head whale watch will take place from 2pm-5pm. For more infomation, contact Emmett on 087 2867055.
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