Tag: Breach

A publication of Wild Ocean Whale Society (WOWs)

Why Whales Breach – Humpback Whales and Dolphins

Cover Image: Humpback breaching! Garry Henkel, Aboriginal Journeys Whale and Grizzly Bear Tours Understanding that an average size Humpback Whale is approximately the size of a bus, 40 ft. (just over 12M) and can weigh in the neighbourhood of 66,000 lbs (30,000 kg) can help put perspective into seeing this large animal coming totally out…
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Why Whales Breach – Orca

Cover Image: Transient Biggs Killer Whale, Galiano Nick Templeman, Campbell River Whale and Bear Excursions Because they can! That is the most common response you might receive. A breach is when the majority of a whale’s body comes out of the water. Watching a large whale coming totally out of the water is absolutely spectacular.…
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