Marine Big 5 Daily Blog 25 March
Written by March 25 2023
Whale Watching near Cape Town, South Africa Welcome to Gansbaai, home of the Marine Big 5.
Trip Summary 25 March 2023:
Our first sighting of today happened to be the Bronze whaler sharks which stayed around the shark cage diving vessels. After some time with these, we continued into a bit deeper water where we encountered different species of birds such as several Storm Petrels, Cape Gannets, and the Greater Crested Tern. Moving on to Shark Alley, we paid the Cape fur seals a visit. Heading around Dyer Island we also got a closer look at our African Penguins. After these amazing sightings, we went back to Kleinbaai harbour.
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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.
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.
Cape Gannet Cape Gannet
Well documented for their aireal displays, experiences with with the famous Cape Gannet are always breath taking, and hold a special place in every photographers portfolio.
