[CINC] Condor, Oct. 12

[Scott Cuzzo]

Sightings:

two blue whales

1000 commons

>>>>>

A smaller group of passengers on the Condor was very hopeful to see whales and eager to learn.  Probably 60% were not Americans.  The sea was fairly calm and visibility was excellent.

We found one juvenile blue near the gap and got average sorts of views, no flukes, etc.  We then were joined by a larger adult blue and got nice views of both whales for quite a while.  One whale lunged near the surface, exposing the full side view, pectoral fins and tail, very nice, for those that were paying attention.  How very important it is to always pay attention and be observant, and some things only happen once and briefly at that.

After a visit to painted cave we found a large pod of commons and everyone was happy.  If that doesn't make you happy, you should really see someone about that!

Oh, I nearly forgot!!!  Thanks to one eagle-eyed, eyes peeled, paying attention passenger, a few of us got to see a nice blue shark just below the surface!  Very nice.  About 12 feet long?  My guess.

Regards,

Scott Cuzzo
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