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The blue whale is protected under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) in the United States, which prohibits the harming, hunting, or capturing of the species. Additionally, the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) safeguards all marine mammals, including blue whales, from harassment and exploitation. Internationally, the blue whale is protected under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), which regulates trade to prevent exploitation. Various maritime regulations also aim to minimize ship strikes and reduce noise pollution in their habitats.

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