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Large rorquals remain very much present in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, while a few roam here and there in the estuary, including an old acquaintance. Reports of belugas have been scattered: A few groups have been seen in Portneuf-sur-Mer, while they are still being regularly observed in Cacouna and the Saguenay Fjord. Meanwhile, in the estuary, it\u2019s seals that have been stealing the spotlight!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Large rorquals remain very much present in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, while a few roam here and there in the estuary, including an old acquaintance. Reports of belugas have been scattered: A few groups have been seen in Portneuf-sur-Mer, while they are still being regularly observed in Cacouna and the Saguenay Fjord. 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