Many Humpback Whales!
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A Humpback Whale breaching!
Garry Henkel, Aboriginal Journeys Whale and Grizzly Bear Tours
Similar to the first half of July, many Humpback whales were observed in many areas of British Columbia over the past two weeks. Humpback whales were observed in Juan de Fuca Strait and in many areas of Georgia Strait. Many Humpbacks were seen breaching. A few Humpbacks were observed slapping their tails or their pectoral fins, and a few were observed feeding, specifically lunge feeding. One Humpback was heard “trumpeting”, which means the whale forced air out of its blowholes to produce a sound, similar to musicians blowing into their mouth-piece for a brass instrument. During the same reporting period, there were some sightings of Transient Orca and Northern Resident Orca as well as a few sightings of Pacific White-Sided dolphins and of one Sea Otter.
As a reminder that if you are boating and out on the water, please be aware of the presence of whales and dolphins. Signs of their presence may include blows of the Cetaceans and other boats stopped or moving slowly in an area. Boats and other water craft (e.g. kayaks) must remain at least 400-meters away from all Orca and at least 100-m away from other species. See the full government regulation in the paragraph below.
The Federal Government (DFO) issued the following statement about watching Orca in the wild: “Vessels must stay 400-m away and may not position a vessel in the path of killer whales in southern BC coastal waters between Campbell River and just north of Ucluelet until May 31, 2026.” For all other areas of B.C. outside of the area indicated above, a minimum distance of 200-m must be maintained when viewing Orca OR while viewing any Cetaceans that are resting or with a calf. When viewing whales, dolphins, and porpoises under other circumstances not described above, a minimum distance of 100-m must be kept. A great resource for up to date Canadian or US regulations: Be Whale Wise Guidelines
WOWs works throughout the year, so please continue to keep your eyes open, and report your sightings to us.
Ivan Ng, Wild Ocean Whale Society
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Sightings Update
SIGHTINGS MAP – ISSUE: 2025-009
TRANSIENT BIGGS KILLER WHALES
Sun Jul 13 2025
17:18 • Biggs Orca between Sturdies Bay and Village Bay, Active Pass. ▫ From Ferry
Kristina Mangligot, Victoria, BC
Tue Jul 15 2025
10:20 • 1 Biggs Orca moving slowly, heading west at Jericho Beach, Vancouver, Burrard Inlet. ▫ Observed from Shore
SS, Jericho Tennis Club
Transient Biggs Killer Whales
Biggs Orca moving slowly, heading west at Jericho Beach, Vancouver, Burrard Inlet
Tue, 15 Jul 2025 – 1 items
SS, Jericho Tennis Club
Transient Biggs Killer Whales
Biggs Orca moving slowly, heading west at Jericho Beach, Vancouver, Burrard Inlet
Tue, 15 Jul 2025 – 1 items
SS, Jericho Tennis Club
13:31 • Biggs Orca moving slowly, heading south off Francisco Point, Quadra Island, Sutil Channel.
Radio, overheard or call out
14:58 • 4 Biggs Orca heading north off April Point, Discovery Passage. Four small fins. ▫ Leaving the Scene
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Transient Biggs Killer Whales
Biggs Orca heading north off April Point, Discovery Passage
Tue, 15 Jul 2025 – 4 items
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Transient Biggs Killer Whales
Biggs Orca heading north off April Point, Discovery Passage
Tue, 15 Jul 2025 – 4 items
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Wed Jul 16 2025
13:40 • Biggs Orca just passed Walcan Seafood Plant, Quadra Island, Discovery Passage. Very choppy seas.
14:19 • Biggs Orca heading north at Browns Bay, Discovery Passage.
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17:00 • est. 4+ Biggs Orca breaching, heading west to the east of Beechey Head, East Sooke, Strait of Juan de Fuca. Orcas breaching and fluke slapping close to shore – staying in the same area. After about 30 minutes, they left and travelled west. ▫ Observed from Shore
Sylvie Gareau, Sooke, BC
Transient Biggs Killer Whales
Biggs Orca breaching, heading west to the east of Beechey Head, East Sooke, Strait of Juan de Fuca
Wed, 16 Jul 2025 – 6 items
Sylvie Gareau, Sooke, BC
Transient Biggs Killer Whales
Biggs Orca breaching, heading west to the east of Beechey Head, East Sooke, Strait of Juan de Fuca
Wed, 16 Jul 2025 – 6 items
Sylvie Gareau, Sooke, BC
Thu Jul 17 2025
11:48 • est. 6 Biggs Orca heading north at the mouth of Campbell River in Discovery Passage. ▫ Leaving the Scene
Garry Henkel, Aboriginal Journeys Whale and Grizzly Bear Tours
Sat Jul 19 2025
12:28 • 3 Biggs Orca close to Fulford Harbour, Salt Spring Island, Satellite Channel. ▫ Observed from Shore
Kristina Mangligot, Victoria, BC
Sun Jul 20 2025
09:00 • Biggs Orca close to Francisco Point bottom of Quadra Island, Sutil Channel.
Radio, overheard or call out
11:31 • est. 4 Biggs Orca heading north nearing the mouth of Campbell River in Discovery Passage. Small finned.
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Mon Jul 21 2025
09:11 • Biggs Orca ◦T101s◦ heading south by Cape Mudge Red Can Buoy, Georgia Strait.
Radio, overheard or call out
Tue Jul 22 2025
13:25 • Biggs Orca ◦T101s◦ heading south off Francisco Point, Quadra Island, Sutil Channel. ▫ Leaving the Scene
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Wed Jul 23 2025
15:25 • Biggs Orca ◦T101s◦ heading south approaching Mitlenatch Island, Georgia Strait. ▫ Leaving the Scene
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Fri Jul 25 2025
12:35 • Biggs Orca ◦T101s◦ heading north in west side of Manson Passage, Georgia Strait.
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Transient Biggs Killer Whales
From 10 years ago today. Rocky (T002C1) in Okeover Inlet.
Sat, 26 Jul 2025 – 1 items
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Transient Biggs Killer Whales
From 10 years ago today. Rocky (T002C1) in Okeover Inlet.
Sat, 26 Jul 2025 – 1 items
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NORTHERN RESIDENT KILLER WHALES
Wed Jul 16 2025
12:21 • NRKW Orca by Cape Mudge Lighthouse on Quadra Island, Georgia Strait.
Radio, overheard or call out
Sat Jul 19 2025
14:45 • NRKW Orca ◦A42s,A94 Mystery◦ heading north, Grant Reefs, Georgia Strait.
Radio, overheard or call out
16:18 • est. 4-6 NRKW Orca travelling, heading north mid channel by Copeland Islands in Malaspina Strait. North of Copeland Islands Marine Park. ▫ From Power or Sail Boat
DF, Savary Island, BC
Sun Jul 20 2025
12:15 • NRKW Orca ◦A42s◦ foraging, north side of Harwood / Ahgykson Island, Malaspina Strait.
14:15 • NRKW Orca ◦A42s◦ heading north between Mace Point and Dinner Rock, Malaspina Strait.
Radio, overheard or call out
Mon Jul 21 2025
12:01 • NRKW Orca ◦A42s◦ spread out, near Lake Bay, Read Island, Sutil Channel.
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Wed Jul 23 2025
12:42 • NRKW Orca ◦A42s◦ heading north approaching Rebecca Spit, Quadra Island, Sutil Channel. ▫ Leaving the Scene
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Thu Jul 24 2025
11:25 • NRKW Orca by Wilby Shoals, Georgia Strait.
Radio, overheard or call out
12:38 • NRKW Orca ◦A42s◦ foraging, just south of Wilby Shoals. Spreadout.
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Fri Jul 25 2025
13:38 • NRKW Orca south end of Hernando Island, Georgia Strait. Close to shore. ▫ Leaving the Scene
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UNIDENTIFIED KILLER WHALES
Mon Jul 21 2025
10:28 • Orca heading north by Rock Bay, Johnstone Strait.
Radio, overheard or call out
SPECIES SUPPLEMENT
Unidentified Killer Whales
Killer Whales surfacing!
Mon, 21 Jul 2025 – 7 items
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Unidentified Killer Whales
Killer Whales surfacing!
Mon, 21 Jul 2025 – 7 items
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Unidentified Killer Whales
Killer Whales emerging from the depths!
Fri, 25 Jul 2025 – 5 items
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Unidentified Killer Whales
Killer Whales emerging from the depths!
Fri, 25 Jul 2025 – 5 items
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HUMPBACK WHALES
Tue Jul 15 2025
07:51 • est. 4+ Humpback Whales spread out, heading south between Grilse Point and Harwood Island, Malaspina Strait.
Michelle Pennell, Powell River, BC
12:40 • Humpback Whales to the west of Grant Reefs, Georgia Strait.
Radio, overheard or call out
12:57 • Humpback Whales between Westview and Grilse Point, Malaspina Strait.
Heather Harbord, Powell River, BC
13:37 • 3 Humpback Whales heading north near the Pinnacles, Georgia Strait. Mother with calf and an escort.
Garry Henkel, Aboriginal Journeys Whale and Grizzly Bear Tours
Humpback Whales
Humpback Whales heading north near the Pinnacles, Georgia Strait
Tue, 15 Jul 2025 – 2 items
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Humpback Whales
Humpback Whales heading north near the Pinnacles, Georgia Strait
Tue, 15 Jul 2025 – 2 items
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15:47 • 3 Humpback Whales in front of the Powell River Ferry Terminal, Malaspina Strait.
Radio, overheard or call out
15:52 • est. 6+ Humpback Whales spread out, near Powell River in the middle of Malaspina Strait. One of the whales did a few breaches.
Barry Rice, Powell River, BC
21:00 • 1 Humpback Whales lunge feeding, off William Head near Metchosin, Strait of Juan de Fuca. Humpback feeding close to shore along the south side of the point for about 45 minutes. Very short dives. ▫ Observed from Shore
Sylvie Gareau, Sooke, BC
Wed Jul 16 2025
10:19 • est. 4-5 Humpback Whales between Center Islet and Whaletown, Sutil Channel.
Radio, overheard or call out
11:26 • Humpback Whales breaching, a third of the way from Coho (Kiddie) Point to Rebecca Rocks, Malaspina Strait.
Barry Rice, Powell River, BC
11:47 • 3 Humpback Whales near Francisco Point, Quadra Island, Sutil Channel. One north bound and others south bound.
14:45 • 1 Humpback Whales heading north at Discovery Harbour Marina, Powell River, Discovery Passage.
Garry Henkel, Aboriginal Journeys Whale and Grizzly Bear Tours
20:42 • 3 Humpback Whales breaching, heading north in front of Powell River, Malaspina Strait. One huge breach observed.
20:51 • 3 Humpback Whales spread out, on the west side of Rebecca Rocks towards Vivian Island, Georgia Strait.
20:51 • 1 Humpback Whales south tip of Harwood / Ahgykson Island, Malaspina Strait. Occassional breach and blows lit up in sun.
Susan MacKay, Wild Ocean Whale Society
Thu Jul 17 2025
08:45 • 3 Humpback Whales at Francisco Point, Quadra Island in Sutil Channel.
Radio, overheard or call out
09:00 • 2 Humpback Whales breaching, in front of Powell River in Malaspina Strait. Double breach observed.
SW, Powell River, BC
12:50 • est. 2 Humpback Whales heading north just north of the old Quadra Island cell tower in Sutil Channel.
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13:47 • est. 2 Humpback Whales 2 km SE of Mace Point on Savary Island in Malaspina Strait.
Ron Johnston, Savary Island, BC
14:36 • Humpback Whales breaching, between Harwood / Ahgykson Island and Texada Island in Malaspina Strait.
Judy Brant, Powell River, BC
Fri Jul 18 2025
09:52 • est. 1-2 Humpback Whales heading east about 2-km south of Point Cowan, Bowen Island, Georgia Strait. Viewed through binoculars. I was able to track them for about 15 minutes. ▫ Observed from Shore
Ivan Ng, North Vancouver, BC
15:49 • Humpback Whales breaching, on the east side of Rebecca Rocks in Malaspina Strait.
Michelle Pennell, Powell River, BC
Sat Jul 19 2025
–:– • Humpback Whales by Kellsey Point, Stuart Island, Yuculta Rapids. Entangled trailing prawn line last seen July 18th.
10:15 • Humpback Whales spread out, from Francisco Point to Mitlenatch Island in Georgia Strait. Numerous whales noted.
Radio, overheard or call out
11:57 • est. 2 Humpback Whales breaching, between Francisco Point and Marina Island in Sutil Channel. A couple of breaches observed.
12:44 • est. 6 Humpback Whales heading south on the west side of Hernando Island in Georgia Strait. In 3 groups of 2.
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13:50 • Humpback Whales out from Powell River Ferry Terminal, Malaspina Strait.
13:55 • 5 Humpback Whales west of Spilsbury Point, Baker Passage.
13:55 • 4 Humpback Whales by Hill Island out from Evans Bay, Sutil Channel.
14:01 • est. 1-2 Humpback Whales heading north, Grief Point, Malaspina Strait.
Radio, overheard or call out
14:01 • est. 4 Humpback Whales milling, just south of Mitlenatch Island in Georgia Strait.
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14:07 • Humpback Whales breaching by Raza Island, Deer Passage.
15:15 • est. 3-5 Humpback Whales north of Grant Reefs, Georgia Strait.
Radio, overheard or call out
20:33 • est. 3+ Humpback Whales back and forth, in front of Powell River in Malaspina Strait.
Susan MacKay, Wild Ocean Whale Society
Sun Jul 20 2025
09:00 • 6+ Humpback Whales between Marina Reef and Cortez Reef, Sutil Channel.
09:00 • est. 2-3 Humpback Whales north side of Mitlenatch Island Nature Park, Georgia Strait.
Radio, overheard or call out
13:55 • est. 1 Humpback Whales heading south 2 miles east of Francisco Point in Sutil Channel.
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14:04 • est. 1 Humpback Whales heading north mid channel to Rebecca Rocks in Malaspina Strait.
14:04 • est. 1 Humpback Whales pectoral slapping, on north side of Rebecca Rocks.
SW, Powell River, BC
14:29 • 8 Humpback Whales 2 miles south west of Cortez Reef in Georgia Strait. Humpbacks are all within 800 metres of each other.
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15:00 • est. 2 Humpback Whales travelling, heading south 1/2 mile south of Beechey Head in Strait of Juan de Fuca. ▫ Observed from Shore
Sylvie Gareau, Sooke, BC
19:41 • est. 2 Humpback Whales moving slowly, heading north in front of Powell River in Malaspina Strait.
Judy Brant, Powell River, BC
Mon Jul 21 2025
07:40 • est. 4+ Humpback Whales a third to half way out to Rebecca Rocks, Malaspina Strait.
Barry Rice, Powell River, BC
12:45 • 3 Humpback Whales milling, 1 mile southwest of Subtle Islands, Sutil Channel. ▫ Leaving the Scene
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Humpback Whales
Humpback Whales milling, southwest of Subtle Islands, Sutil Channel
Mon, 21 Jul 2025 – 3 items
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Humpback Whales
Humpback Whales milling, southwest of Subtle Islands, Sutil Channel
Mon, 21 Jul 2025 – 3 items
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13:08 • Humpback Whales south of Powell River Mill (Pulp & Paper), Malaspina Strait.
13:11 • Humpback Whales north of Grief Point, Malaspina Strait.
Radio, overheard or call out
16:50 • Humpback Whales below Northeast Point, Malaspina Strait. DFO was heading out to locate another Entangled Humpback trailing lines and a buoy to attach a satellite tracking buoy.
17:08 • Humpback Whales tail slaps, almost at southwest end of Harwood Island, Malaspina Strait.
Susan MacKay, Wild Ocean Whale Society
Tue Jul 22 2025
08:00 • est. 2-3 Humpback Whales heading north by Grilse Point mid Malaspina Strait.
SW, Powell River, BC
09:30 • est. 3+ Humpback Whales taking long dives, heading south-east one-half mile south of Secretary Island, East Sooke, Strait of Juan de Fuca. 7 minute dives. ▫ Observed from Shore
Sylvie Gareau, Sooke, BC
12:01 • 8 Humpback Whales milling, 2 miles south of Cortez Reef, Georgia Strait. Two groups, each with four whales.
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13:41 • 1 Humpback Whales breaching, west of the Harwood Island Sandbanks (Bluffs), Malaspina Strait.
13:41 • 3 Humpback Whales between the Powell River Viewpoint and the south end of Harwood Island, Malaspina Strait.
Michelle Pennell, Powell River, BC
15:21 • est. 6-8 Humpback Whales heading south on the ferry line out from Powell River mid Malaspina Strait.
Susan MacKay, Wild Ocean Whale Society
20:00 • est. 3+ Humpback Whales trumpeting; breaching, heading south-west near William Head, Metchosin, Strait of Juan de Fuca. Two whales south of the point of William Head. More whales 1.5 mile south. ▫ Observed from Shore
Sylvie Gareau, Sooke, BC
Wed Jul 23 2025
05:20 • est. 4+ Humpback Whales travelling, heading south-east 1-mile south of William Head, Metchosin. ▫ Observed from Shore
Sylvie Gareau, Sooke, BC
08:00 • 1 Humpback Whales heading north between Westview and Harwood / Ahgykson Island, Malaspina Strait. Just dove again, 2 big white spots on tail.
SW, Powell River, BC
14:00 • est. 3 Humpback Whales breaching, heading east near Flat Top Islands, Gabriola Island, Georgia Strait. Playful activity, slapping fins, a few huge breaches by adults and little one by the baby. They hung around for about an hour. ▫ From Power or Sail Boat
Ali Rasmussen, Vancouver, BC
Humpback Whales
Humpback Whales breaching, heading east near Flat Top Islands, Gabriola Island, Georgia Strait
Wed, 23 Jul 2025 – 1 items
Ali Rasmussen, Vancouver, BC
Humpback Whales
Humpback Whales breaching, heading east near Flat Top Islands, Gabriola Island, Georgia Strait
Wed, 23 Jul 2025 – 1 items
Ali Rasmussen, Vancouver, BC
15:35 • Humpback Whales near Mitlenatch Island, Georgia Strait. Many Humpbacks in the area.
Garry Henkel, Aboriginal Journeys Whale and Grizzly Bear Tours
19:29 • Humpback Whales foraging, 1/3rd way out from Powell River, Malaspina Strait. Many Humpbacks in the area.
Michelle Pennell, Powell River, BC
20:02 • 2 Humpback Whales milling, south of White Islets near Sechelt, Georgia Strait.
Colin Griffinson, Pacific Yellowfin Charters
Thu Jul 24 2025
05:20 • est. 3+ Humpback Whales breaching, heading south-east 1 mile south of William Head, Metchosin, Strait of Juan de Fuca. ▫ Observed from Shore
Sylvie Gareau, Sooke, BC
08:00 • est. 6 Humpback Whales by McRae Islet and Scotch Fir Point, Malaspina Strait. Observed between 0800-1000.
Rob Almond, Powell River, BC
10:12 • Humpback Whales around Mitlenatch Island, Georgia Strait. Number of humpbacks noted.
Radio, overheard or call out
10:15 • est. 3-4 Humpback Whales just outside Blubber Bay, Texada Island, Malaspina Strait.
10:15 • est. 1-2 Humpback Whales between Blubber Bay and Rebecca Rocks, Malaspina Strait.
Susan MacKay, Wild Ocean Whale Society
10:22 • est. 6+ Humpback Whales between Texada Island cell tower and Harwood Island Sandbanks (Bluffs), Malaspina Strait.
12:41 • est. 2 Humpback Whales breaching, between Eagle Cove and Texada Island cell tower, Malaspina Strait.
Michelle Pennell, Powell River, BC
14:18 • Humpback Whales taking long dives, between Rebecca Rocks and Powell River, Malaspina Strait.
Colin Griffinson, Pacific Yellowfin Charters
14:56 • Humpback Whales breaching, out from Blubber Bay, Malaspina Strait.
Susan MacKay, Wild Ocean Whale Society
Fri Jul 25 2025
08:54 • est. 2-3 Humpback Whales 1/3 of the way out right in front of Powell River, Malaspina Strait.
08:54 • est. 2 Humpback Whales 2/3 of the way out of Powell River closer to Harwood / Ahgykson Island, Malaspina Strait.
09:05 • Humpback Whales breaching, north end of Rebecca Rocks, Malaspina Strait.
SW, Powell River, BC
11:56 • est. 2 Humpback Whales moving slowly, heading south 2 miles south of the Cape Mudge Green Can Buoy, Georgia Strait.
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12:59 • est. 2 Humpback Whales mid channel east of Rebecca Rocks, Malaspina Strait.
12:59 • est. 1 Humpback Whales close in to Powell River Viewpoint, Malaspina Strait.
13:59 • Humpback Whales breaching, out front of Powell River, Malaspina Strait.
SW, Powell River, BC
15:15 • Humpback Whales heading south 200 metres out below Powell River Viewpoint, Malaspina Strait.
Michelle Pennell, Powell River, BC
Humpback Whales
Humpback Whales heading south below Powell River Viewpoint, Malaspina Strait
Fri, 25 Jul 2025 – 2 items
Michelle Pennell, Powell River, BC
Humpback Whales
Humpback Whales heading south below Powell River Viewpoint, Malaspina Strait
Fri, 25 Jul 2025 – 2 items
Michelle Pennell, Powell River, BC
17:04 • 3 Humpback Whales breaching, just south off Grilse Point at the north end of Texada Island, Malaspina Strait.
SW, Powell River, BC
Sat Jul 26 2025
05:45 • est. 2-3 Humpback Whales playing, mid channel in front of Westview, Malaspina Strait. Including a Mom and calf all having a great time rolling around, pec slaps etc.
Glynis Higgins, Powell River, BC
08:05 • 2 Humpback Whales heading north half way from Powell River Viewpoint to Harwood Island Sandbanks (Bluffs), Malaspina Strait.
SW, Powell River, BC
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Humpback Whales
Humpback Whales doing tail lobs!
Fri, 25 Jul 2025 – 5 items
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Humpback Whales
Humpback Whales doing tail lobs!
Fri, 25 Jul 2025 – 5 items
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PACIFIC WHITE SIDED DOLPHINS
Sat Jul 19 2025
11:41 • est. 50 PWS Dolphins leaping near the west end of Okisollo Channel.
Radio, overheard or call out
Mon Jul 21 2025
10:28 • PWS Dolphins heading north near Rock Bay, Johnstone Strait.
Radio, overheard or call out
Wed Jul 23 2025
08:45 • PWS Dolphins heading south from sea walk in Powell River, Malaspina Strait.
Michelle Pennell, Powell River, BC
Thu Jul 24 2025
11:25 • PWS Dolphins outside of Teakerne Arm.
Radio, overheard or call out
SEA OTTERS
Mon Jul 21 2025
13:18 • Sea Otters between Marina Reef and Cortez Reef, Sutil Channel.
Radio, overheard or call out
OF SPECIAL NOTE
Sun Jul 20 2025
12:15 • Other Species off Cape Mudge Red Can Buoy, Georgia Strait. Seal or Sealion managed to get his flipper caught in the buoy and was stuck, unable to dive. Unusual situation.
Radio, overheard or call out
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