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Seals’ “Catastrophic Molt”: A Natural Process

If you’ve spent time near the ocean lately, you might have noticed something unusual or even distressing. In late spring, all kinds of seals and sea lions are known to undergo a molting process. Sea lions have a much less dramatic molt, but seals have what is called a “catastrophic molt.”

Why do whales migrate?

Why do whales migrate? Whales undertake some of the longest migrations on earth, often swimming many thousands of miles, over many months, to breed in the tropics. But what drives … Continued

How Do Whales Communicate

How Do Whales Communicate? Whales communicate using a myriad of noises to socialize with the other whales in their pod. The method of communication depends on the species of whale … Continued

Killer Whales and Haida Culture

Killer Whales and Haida Culture I was born and raised on Haida Gwaii in the village of Skidegate. I was very lucky to have been brought up in my culture. … Continued

Where is the place in the world to see whales? There are many, many species of whales spread across all the oceans of the world. Each species will have a … Continued

Why Do Whales Jump

Why Do Whales Jump? A common and inquisitive question that is often asked aboard our tours. Of course to get the true answer we would have to ask the Whales … Continued