Marine Big 5 Daily Blog 26 September 2023
Written by September 26 2023
Whale Watching near Cape Town, South Africa Welcome to Gansbaai, home of the Marine Big 5.
Trip Summary 26 September 2023:
We were back on sea again today after a wet and wild two days previous that kept us off the bay. The trips launched in the afternoon with the sun shining and some favorable sea conditions along with some wonderful sightings. The whales appeared to not be disturbed by the heavy weather conditions over the last few days nor by the colour of the water in the bay due to the heavy run-off. We spent the afternoon viewing multiple individuals including a pair of adults who appeared very active as they interacted with each other. The trips enjoyed some time around the island system, viewing the ever-plentiful and playful Cape fur seals along with trying to spot the endangered African penguins. The trips were rounded out with a quick visit by our sister company, Marine Dynamics, who were busy out in the bay with shark cage diving and having a successful day with Bronze whaler shark sightings along with a Short-tail stingray.
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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.
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.
