Which species are considered part of the group? Are they all Baleen whales? What is their conservation status? Your one-stop guide to the Great whales: The term 'Great whales' does not refer to a taxonomic classification. Rather, it is a name given to the select group of 13 extremely large Cetacean species that can [...]
The Humpback whale is one of the most iconic species on the planet. The tale of their return from the brink of extinction is a true success story, but the final chapters have yet to be written... The Humpback whale is as well known and well loved as any Cetacean on the planet. Their [...]
Cetaceans are, in many ways, the pinnacle of biological evolution on this planet. They have abilities that defy belief, perform feats beyond imagination and are even forcing us to re-evaluate our ideas about ourselves. Cetaceans have always held a unique place in the minds and hearts of humanity. We recognize in them a sentience [...]
It's our favorite time of the year once again, whale watching season is back! Find out everything you need to know about the Los Cabos whale season... There are many reasons to get excited in December. The holiday season is a time for family, food and for those of us in Baja California, the [...]
Whales of Baja California: Where & when to find them. 5 amazing locations around the peninsula to encounter whales and other marine mammals. Baja California is a whale watchers dream, almost always sunny and clear with plenty of coastline and varied topography. The waters surrounding the peninsula are rich in life and support amazing [...]
Whale populations once numbered in the millions. By the 1960's many species were either extinct or critically endangered. Today, some are on the road to recovery while others continue to struggle. The journey of the whale (and every other Cetacean) started over 50 million years ago. It took their even-toed ungulate ancestors around 15 [...]
