Leaping humpbacks, unseasonal blue whales, dolphin super pods offering action on the ocean – Orange County Register

Leaping humpbacks, unseasonal blue whales, dolphin super pods offering action on the ocean – Orange County Register

California Coast Turns into a Marine Buffet, Attracting Whales and Dolphin Superpods Southern California is experiencing an unexpected spectacle: a winter wonderland of marine life. Seafaring onlookers have been treated to stunning displays as humpback whales linger along the coast, gorging on massive schools of anchovies alongside thousands of dolphins. This year, things are different. … Read more

Orca’s Bizarre 1980s Behavior Caught on Camera

Orca’s Bizarre 1980s Behavior Caught on Camera

Killer Whales Bring Back the ‘Dead Salmon Hat’ Trend The Pacific Northwest’s resident orcas have surprised scientists by reviving a quirky fashion trend from the 1980s: wearing dead salmon on their heads. This curious behavior, first observed in the summer of 1987, had seemingly faded into obscurity until recently, when "J27 Blackberry" was spotted sporting … Read more