WHALES OFF WEST SEATTLE: Transient orcas

Up for some evening whale-watching? Kersti Muul sends word that transient orcas are in view off Constellation Park (south of Alki Point) right now – “on a kill,” so no particular direction. Let us know if you see them!

7 Replies to "WHALES OFF WEST SEATTLE: Transient orcas"

  • Kersti April 30, 2020 (6:20 pm)

    Trending NB slowly. One male at least and females. Small group

    • KD April 30, 2020 (9:37 pm)

      Serious question here.. how do you know/can tell a male and a female? They seem to look alike, just the beautiful black and white pattern of the Orcas

      • Carolynn May 1, 2020 (6:47 pm)

        Mature males have a tall dorsal fin, up to 6 feet.   Female and younger male orcas have shorter dorsal fins.

  • Carolynn April 30, 2020 (9:32 pm)

    Thanks for posting!  I was able to watch them from afar for about 25 minutes.  Saw some tail slaps and a spy hops.  What a treat!

  • Kat May 1, 2020 (1:08 pm)

    Aww, I missed it! Is there any way to get notification about whale sightings? I live off Beach Drive and always seem to miss them…

    • WSB May 1, 2020 (10:34 pm)

      The Whale Trail has said they’re working on alerts, but I don’t know a timetable.

    • Kersti Muul May 2, 2020 (2:09 pm)

      I can text you

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