Warning issued after boats filmed getting too close to orcas in Moray
However, they added they were 'disappointed' that footage also emerged of boats getting too close, staying too long, and not allowing the orcas to travel freely back out to open water.
The charity reportedly said it believes the animals may have been hunting for seals as they travelled east.
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Conservationists added that it is a criminal offence to disturb whales and dolphins.
Scots have been asked to follow the Scottish Marine Wildlife Watching Code, by staying 100 meters away, not overstaying their welcome as 15 minutes is enough time to watch, and have been urged not to chase them.
Alison Rose, manager of the Scottish Dolphin Centre, which WDC runs, said the footage of the boats that allegedly got too close to the orcas has been shared with police.
She said: 'Staff and volunteers based at the Scottish Dolphin Centre were delighted to see the orca along the Moray coast on Friday evening. 'Many people were thrilled to watch this amazing group of individuals who may well have been hunting for seals as they travelled east.
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