Marine Big 5 Daily Blog 15 October
Written by October 15 2023
Whale Watching near Cape Town, South Africa, Welcome to GAnsbaai, home of the Marine Big 5.
Trip Summary 15 October 2023:
Another wild and windy day out on the bay, filled with some beautiful marine wildlife sightings. Throughout the day Southern Right whales were spotted in the bay with multiple still seen along our coastline. These gentle giants were in no way deterred by some choppier conditions and each of our trips was able to have some wonderful views of them. The trips also made stops in the shallow section of the bay to watch the Bronze Whaler sharks and spent some time around the island system enjoying the always-present Cape Fur seals and spotting the Endangered African penguins.
A big thank you to all our guests who joined us today, we hope you enjoyed your time spent out on the sea with the Dyer Island Cruises Team.
Trip 1.
Trip 2.
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What species did we see today?
Bronze Whaler Shark Bronze Whaler Shark
The Bronze whaler (also known as Copper sharks) here in Kleinbaai are very curious and interactive. These sharks eat mostly fish, with sardines being one of their favourites.
Southern Right Whale Southern Right Whale
Southern right whales attract thousands of visitors every year to experience these gentle giants off the South African coast.
African Penguin African Penguin
As one of only 17 penguin species left in the world (and the only one on the african continent), the african penguin often breed in offshore colonies, such as Dyer Island.
Cape fur seal Cape fur seal
With a local population of 60,000, it's no wonder our guests capture so many photographs of these wonderfully playful marine mammals.
White-breasted Cormorant White-breasted Cormorant
White-breasted Cormorant is the largest African cormorant and they have an iconic white chest, it is a favourite for many of our repeat visitors, and professional wildlife photographers.
