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Types of Whales
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TRANSIENT WHALES
There are 3 kinds of killer whales:
Residents, Transients and Offshores. Although the groups appear to look
identical, there are important differences. The residents, known as J-Clan, are
local animals that live in large family groups and eat fish exclusively.
Transients are roaming meat eaters usually found in groups of 6 or less.
Slightly larger than the residents, transient Orcas can also be found singly.
Offshores are a mysterious, seldom seen group currently thought to eat both fish
and meat.
PORPOISE
Porpoise (and Killer Whales) are members of the dolphin family. Two types of
porpoise are commonly seen: the exuberant Dall’s Porpoise and the more reserved
Harbour Porpoise. The playful Pacific White Side Dolphins, although less
frequent visitors, provide thrilling acrobatic displays when encountered.
MINKE Whales
Minke whaes are baleen whales with two blowholes and plates of baleen (a
substance similar to fingernail tissue) hanging from the upper jaw. Feeding
mainly on small fish and krill, this shy whale averages 30 feet (10 m) and
weighs around 10 tons (9000 kg)
GRAY Whales
Gray Whales are baleen whales with two blowholes and plates of baleen (a
substance similar to fingernail tissue) suspended from the upper jaw. Famous for
their extensive migrations, these ancient mariners feed on bottom dwelling
crustaceans called amphipods. An adult gray whale has a 70 year life span,
averages 50 feet (15 m ) and weighs around 35 tons
(32,000 kg )
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The Skipper's Corner
"The Legendary Captain" Ron King, Owner Operator
of Sea King Adventures, has over 35 years of experience
in the beautiful waters around Victoria and Vancouver Island. He is a certified
Master Skipper with naturalist and conservation education.
Since staring in business in 1995 Ron boasts a perfect
safety record.
Born and raised in Victoria, Captain Ron has over 30 years
of professional marine experience - including 25 years of commercial fishing and
11 years whale watching.
Like his father before him, going to sea is the only life he’s known. He began
his career as a deckhand on board his father’s fishing boat "Five Kings II" at
the tender age of 11. By the time he was 20, he owned and operated his first
fishing vessel, "Aquarius".
In 1995, with the commercial fishery in decline, he
discovered his passion and purpose in whale watching and founded SeaKing
Adventures Inc.
Because SeaKing Adventures is Victoria’s only 100% family owned and
operated marine tour company, Ron’s commitment to quality, safety and
satisfaction is guaranteed! His central location on board the vessel allows him
to provide Victoria’s most comprehensive fully narrated, totally interactive and
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Ron’s qualifications and experience combine to make him the city’s premier
guide.
Our vessel can accommodate groups of 12 comfortably and is
Canadian Coast Guard inspected annually. The soft riding boat has comfy leather
seats, an onboard toilet and is equipped with all the latest in GPS, radar and
communications apparatus. Safety survival suits are supplied for each passenger.
Passengers can all expect a exciting, educational, safe and
comfortable tour of the area whales and wildlife.
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