Whisker movement in mammals is called "Whisking"! Did you know that sea lion whiskers are as sensitive as human fingertips? Instead of the usual round whiskers, Pinnipeds have oval ones, increasing their sensitivity while decreasing drag. Isn't nature amazing? 😍

Orca are the second fastest marine mammal, clocking in between 50-60km/hour! 😱 Normally when we see orca they will be travelling at slower, more sustainable speeds of ~6-7km/hour. They will use bursts of speed when going after their faster prey, such as porpoises and dolphins!

Orca's dorsal fins can reach 6 feet tall, but there's no bone! Its shape is from dense connective tissue! 🤯 📸: Galiano

Although off-putting in appearance, Vultures are important to our ecosystem! Eating carrion helps prevent spreading disease 😷 That's why we are celebrating these amazing birds on #internationalvultureawarenessday!

Another favourite trip: August 24th! We saw humpbacks and orca, both being active! For more photos and information check out the blog post: vancouverislandwhalewatch.com/recent-sightin… #vanislandwhalewatch #humpbacks #humpbackbreach #orca #whale #whalewatching #biggsarethebalance

Today is a very special day in the history of marine mammals. 51 years ago today, the Marine Mammal Protection Act was started. The Marine Mammal Protection act was an important milestone in ocean conservation. #vanislandwhalewatch

Throwback to little T037A4 popping out of the water beside their mother T037 Rocky III/Pizzafin during a recent tour. 😍 #vanislandwhalewatch #orcaencounter #orcawhale #orcawhales #killerwhaleart #killerwhalesupclose #killerwhalesquad #killerwhaleshow #biggsarethebalance

Noisy Steller Sea Lions! Sound on to hear their rumbles! 🔊 #sealions #stellar #vanislandwhalewatch #sealionshow #sealionsofinstagram #sealionsrock #sealions

An "Aircraft Carrier" was spotted on one of the tours! 🤭 How many birds are sharing this log? #vancouverislandphotographer #ExperienceVancouverIsland #explorenanaimo #birdwatching #birds

Out for a swim! 🏊‍♀️ #vanislandwhalewatch