We need to treasure our oceans like we once did gods

Three fin whales, each bigger than the Courtmacsherry whale-watch boat, were spotted off the Old Head of Kinsale last week. The lucky whale watchers were so overwhelmed by their size, and nearness to the boat, that they hardly spared a glance for the minke whale also sighted.

How magnificent are fin whales, second largest living creatures on earth. They can sustain speeds of 37kph with bursts of over 40kph recorded.