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Five Good Reasons to Leave Young Seals Alone
Over the past week, the presence of harp seal pups on the beaches of the Magdalen Islands and the Gaspé…
Large Rorquals in the Gulf
This week, large rorquals were present all around the gulf. A blue whale made an appearance near Sept-Îles, minke whales…
A Strange Start to the 2023 Season…
I like it when these field notes are representative of our daily observations on the water. It goes without saying…
Fin Whales Are Back!
This week, marine mammals were not deterred by the snow and wind from parading up and down the St. Lawrence.…
White Whales Mark the Return of Spring
This past week in the St. Lawrence, strong winds, inclement weather and rough seas did not make easy to observe…
Encounters with Giants
The mysterious series of spout sightings that began last week continues, only this time we might actually be able to…
Blue Whale Spout on the Horizon
Off the coast of Sept-Îles, a huge blast rises into the air, then another. Clearly visible from shore, these blows…
Winter Pupping Season: A Risky Affair
The diminishing ice cover observed in the Estuary and Gulf of St. Lawrence in recent years is having an impact…
Winter Pupping Season: A Risky Affair
The diminishing ice cover observed in the Estuary and Gulf of St. Lawrence in recent years is having an impact…
Putting One’s Pregnancy “On Pause”
In spring, many observers report seeing seals on the shores of the St. Lawrence. The sun is out more and…
Winter and Seasonal Seals
While harbour seals frequent the waters of the St. Lawrence throughout the year, certain periods are more favourable for observing…