SIGHTING RECORD #29339 |
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Observer
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| Stephen O' Connor - Public |
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Event Date
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14/07/2018 12:00 |
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Duration
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5 mins
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Location
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Kilcummin Head, Killala Bay, Co. Mayo
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Reported location
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54.314,-9.230
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Platform
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Headland/spit |
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Species
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whale species |
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Number seen
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Min
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1 |
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Best
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1 |
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Max
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1 |
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Group comprised (qty)
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Adult
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0 |
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Juveniles
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0 |
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Calves
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0 |
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Notes
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Reported to IWDG as a Definite whale, and possible fin whale, but no supporting decription or images. Awaiting further details on validation 16/07/18. No Blow. Image taken from internet was of a minke, and this is likely to be what it was. |
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Known animals
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- |
Photos
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Behaviour
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Travelling
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Direction of Travelling
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South |
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Environment
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Sea state
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Small wavelets. Glassy crests - not breaking. |
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Swell
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1-2 m |
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Wind force
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6: Strong breeze |
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Wind direction
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SE |
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Glare (°)
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Visibility
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> 20 km |
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Cloud cover
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75 |
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Water depth (m)
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Precipitation (rain/fog)
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5722 |
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Effort Watch
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No |
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Optics
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none |
