UPDATE: Orcas seen in Elliott Bay, and elsewhere off West Seattle, again (photos added)

9:26 AM: Another orca visit this morning – Kersti Muul reports whales were seen in Elliott Bay, off the downtown waterfront, before 9 am. Please let us know if you see them!

4:09 PM: They’re still around this afternoon – Kersti says they’re currently “close to shore cruising Alki Ave toward Alki Point.”

6 PM: Thanks to Richard for this photo of orcas heading north past Brace Point:

10 PM: More photos! We’re told the whales seen today included both the “cookie cutter” orcas and “regular” transient killer whales. These photos are by Daniel Walsh:

And this group shot is from Robin Sinner:

2 Replies to "UPDATE: Orcas seen in Elliott Bay, and elsewhere off West Seattle, again (photos added)"

  • Osprey March 31, 2026 (4:09 pm)

    They just went by Duwamish Head toward Alki a few minutes ago, so they spent quite a bit of time in the bay today,

    • Sb2780 March 31, 2026 (4:32 pm)

      Just saw them by the Alki Statue of Liberty. Are these the “cookie cutter” orcas that have been hanging around for the past week?

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