TRANSIENT ORCAS
TRANSIENT ORCAS
Transient orcas live in small matriarchal groups, typically made up of a female and her offspring. Read on to find out what happens when the “kids” grow up.
RESIDENT ORCAS
RESIDENT ORCAS
Resident orcas live in family groups called pods, consisting of multiple related matrilines containing a female, her offspring, and subsequent offspring. See what they eat, and more.
HUMPBACK WHALES
HUMPBACK WHALES
Did you know that humpback whales don’t have any teeth? So, how do they consume up to a ton of food each day, and what do they feast on during summer months? Read on to find out.
OTHER WHALES, DOLPHINS & PORPOISES
OTHER WHALES, DOLPHINS & PORPOISES
What’s the difference between a Minke whale and Grey whale, or a porpoise and a dolphin? Tiny teeth, migration distance and one blowhole versus two are just some of them.
SEALS, OTTERS & SEALIONS
SEALS, OTTERS & SEALIONS
Do seals have ears? Why do elephant seals only come to land twice a year? Which family of sea lions are the noisiest and smelliest? What do otters use their tales for?
MARINE BIRDS
MARINE BIRDS
How many eggs does a bald eagle lay? Where do turkey vultures go for the winter? What type of bird is the best swimmer, and what the heck is a horned Rhinoceros Auklet?
FISH, JELLYFISH & KELP
FISH, JELLYFISH & KELP
The Lion’s Mane Jellyfish – the largest jellyfish in the world, can grow up to 2.5 meters in diameter, and contain 30 meter long tentacles. See why they can be so “irritating”.
OTHER COASTAL MAMMALS
OTHER COASTAL MAMMALS
How much do the horns of a big horn sheep weigh? How did wild sheep from Corsica end up in North America? Are wolves really just wild dogs?
MORE INVOLVEMENT
Our Commitment to Responsible EcoTourism
We protect and preserve our spectacular natural surrounding by actively practicing the principles of eco-tourism and sustainability.
Supporting Research & Conservation
It’s our duty to take a leadership role in supporting the research and conservation of transient and resident whale communities.
Responsible Whale Watching Practices
Right from the beginning, we’ve understood the importance of minimizing our impact on the ocean habitat that whales call home.
LEADERS IN RESPONSIBLE ECO-TOURISM
