Oman warns against diving near Orca whales to film them after viral video

The environmental authority in Oman has issued an advisory, urging people to avoid unsafe behaviour near marine wildlife.

A video of a man diving near an orca to film it has been making the rounds online. The authority said that such an act "is incorrect and poses a serious risk to personal safety".

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It added: "The orca whale is a powerful marine animal with a wild nature. It is not trained, and its behaviour cannot be predicted. It may act aggressively if it feels threatened."

It also urged the public to limit viewing to from a boat or from a safe distance, and to refrain from diving or approaching marine creatures, in order to protect lives and respect wildlife.

• Oman

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