Breaching bachelors and babies kept us busy this morning while the midday tour enjoyed the company of a beautiful mum and calf who came in for the most curious investigation of our vessel. Today marks the opening of the brand new Fremantle bridge and even after all the years of history that has passed the annual Humpback Whale migration continues with the resilience of these incredible Humpback Whales always inspiring. Meeting the next generation of Humpbacks this morning was our first pod as mum surfaced and her sweet calf excitedly breached and head lunged as they travelled along together. The mother whale had the company of a protective male escort which allowed this boisterous calf to have a boost of confidence as the breaching and head lunging continued. Nearby a second pod appeared and this time it was two big bachelor males who were looking for further companions to join their pod.
Launching into spectacular breaching and followed by big pec slapping it was clear to see the boys were trying to be noticed. It became cyclical as the surface language was repeated and they moved out towards Rottnest Island, we felt very spoilt to have the opportunity to witness such incredible surface language this late in the season. The midday tour was a very different energy as we came across a mum and her calf resting quietly and as we approached mum she began to relax and made her way over to us while bringing her very curious calf to say hello. Surfacing right alongside us, the calf came up first to have a look before mum joined in and they were so relaxed as they had a good look at everyone onboard. Counting down the last days of the season now and with fewer calves born this calving season it is earlier than usual but a great example of the uniqueness of each migration season. One thing we have observed is that the health of all the mums and calves this season has been strong with mums not too lean and calves looking very plump and happy!
