Marine Big 5 Daily Blog 17 October
Written by October 17 2022
Whale Watching near Cape Town, South Africa Welcome to Gansbaai, home of the Marine Big 5.
Trip Summary 17 October 2022:
We had another sunny day filled with whales and other marine life onboard Dream Catcher. After leaving Kleinbaai harbour we were heading through the bay to first stop at Slashfin, one of the shark cage diving boats to see the bronze whaler sharks. After leaving the sharks behind we soon spotted a couple of southern right whales along a reef system stretching all the way to Dyer Island. During the three trips, we could observe spy hops, a brindle calf and curious calves approaching our vessel Dream Catcher. Once we then arrived at the island we tried to spot the penguins and got to see plenty of Cape fur seals. We could have not asked for a better day at sea!
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What species did we see today?
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.
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.
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.
Cape Cormorant Cape Cormorant
One of the most famous species of Cormorant in the Western Cape, the Cape Cormorant is well known for it's beautiful turquoise eye and impressive size.
