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On June 23rd, I sat down for an interview with reporter Alanna Kelly to discuss Humpback Whales and the pictures I captured on the 18th. You can watch the interview and read the article here.

A hungry Steller Sea Lion made quick work of this Pink Salmon near Stuart island, BC.

Amazing Marine Wildlife photography

Ironically, I was hoping to see Orca when I was out last with Nick Templeman from Campbell River Whale & Bear Excursions and his dog Yukon – #chiefwhalespotter. Instead, I got to see Pacific White Sided Dolphins. Orca are their top predator. The Dolphins were very fast and hard to track but there was lots of breaching and luckily I was able to get a few pictures that I am very happy… Read More

An interesting note about marine biology and evolution

Viewing Humpback Whales in the Discovery Islands

Eagle feeding frenzy

The Steller Sea Lion (Eumetopias jubatus) is a near-threatened species of Sea Lions in the Northern Pacific. It is the sole member of the genus Eumetopias and the largest of the eared seals (Otariidae) and is also the largest Sea Lion. Among pinnipeds, it is inferior in size only to the Walrus and the two Elephant Seals. The species is named for the naturalist George Wilhelm Steller, who first described them in… Read More

What a great time recently with my friend Nick Templeman, Owner / Operator with Campbell River Whale & Bear Excursions – campbellriverwhaleandbearexcursions.com It took us a little bit to find T087 and the A24’s but it was definitely worth the wait. I think we owe it all to Nick’s dog, Yukon #chiefwhalespotter     If you’re looking for a truly unique, personalized and one of a kind experience, look no further than Nick. His extensive… Read More

Humpback Whales – Discovery Islands, BC!  RAW POWER!