Springtides in house articles. Written by our crew. Musings, opinions and thoughts on all things wild.
Humpback Season It may be Spooky Season for many of you, but here in the Salish Sea, it is also Humpback Season. Humpbacks begin arriving from their breeding grounds in…
Why do whales migrate? Whales undertake some of the longest migrations on earth, often swimming many thousands of miles, over many months, to breed in the tropics. But what drives…
How Do Whales Communicate? Whales communicate using a myriad of noises to socialize with the other whales in their pod. The method of communication depends on the species of whale…
There were no humpbacks off southwest B.C. 25 years ago, but now as many as 500 have been identified …
How Do Whales Sleep? Whales are air breathing mammals just like us. They must surface to breathe. So how do they sleep and not drown or pass out through a…
Killer Whales and Haida Culture I was born and raised on Haida Gwaii in the village of Skidegate. I was very lucky to have been brought up in my culture.…
Where is the place in the world to see whales? There are many, many species of whales spread across all the oceans of the world. Each species will have a…
How long can a whale hold its breath? Who holds the record? A Cuvier's Beaked Whale holds the current record for the longest dive standing at a whopping 138 minute…
Why Do Whales Jump? A common and inquisitive question that is often asked aboard our tours. Of course to get the true answer we would have to ask the Whales…
When is the best time of year for whale watching in Victoria? A great question. The answer will of course depend upon you! It depends what you enjoy and what…