Beaked Whale
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Bremer Canyon Killer Whales Take Charge – 12/3/24
Unpredictable Encounters Warning: In the world of marine encounters, unpredictability reigns supreme. Today, we were reminded once again of this truth as we ventured into the realm of the Bremer Canyon killer whales. These magnificent creatures, the rulers of their domain, showed us just how little control we truly have in their presence. Elusive Pursuits:…
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Killer Whale Hunt Strap-toothed Beaked Whale – 23/1/24
Warning: graphic content Killer Whale hunt Strap-toothed Beaked Whale today during a spectacular chase before Hermes and her family pod were successful in completing a remarkable hunt in the waters of the Bremer Canyon. It was a beautiful morning with blue skies and a calm sea escorting us out to the sighting grounds. A few…
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Apex Hunters of Bremer Canyon – 26/1/24
Caution: Graphic Content Apex Predation Apex of apex predators is a title given to killer whales and today’s event at Bremer Canyon was a striking testament as to why. Their unparalleled efficiency and seamless cooperative hunting tactics set them apart. Upon reaching the hotspot, Tatty’s pod emerged at our 12 o’clock. Our anticipation grew, but…
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Science at Sea – 7/9/21
As a student at Oregon State, this trip was my first offshore expedition. While I was excited for the chance we might encountered beaked whales, when our sighting of the Hubbs’ occurred, it was beyond exhilarating, given we might only get a few minutes before they would dive again and possibly disappear from our view…
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Breaching Cuvier’s Beaked Whales! – 08/19
I was working as a conservationist for ORCA aboard one of the ferries to Spain, collecting data on cetaceans. On this day I was performing a deck watch on top deck in the middle of the Bay of Biscay. I was looking for anything standing out at sea when I suddenly saw two huge splashes…