Icy Strait is home to one of the largest summer populations of humpback whales found in Alaska and the whale watching is second to none.Humpback whales can often be seen feeding at the surface using their unique "bubble nets." The bubble feeding technique is used in only a few areas of the world and the beaches near Hoonah are one of these locations.Along with feeding, the whales engage in all sorts of frolic; breaching, slapping their flippers, waving their tails and exchanging trumpets, groans and grumbles. Our onboard hydrophone allows you to hear what the whales are "saying." |
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Frequently
during
the summer a group of Orcas will move through the area
giving us the opportunity to watch these magnificent animals in their
natural element. Elusive and awesome, these playful but efficient
hunters make for a truly special day on the water. Photos courtesy of Les Sharp(2004), Andrea Bronskill (2007), Robert McIntosh(2008), Morgan Looper (2009) Sandra Ellis (2009) |
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