Hungry Hungry Fin whale

This weekend ended on a high note for us aboard the Granite State. Our afternoon treated us to a variety of species, including Fin whales, dolphins, and a Humpback whale. One of our highlights was a feeding fin whale. This whale was rolling over, showing the amazing pleat distention needed to take in volumes of krill that this animal was feeding on. I'm still amazed at how this whale was able to rotate it's whole body in a matter of seconds. What a spectacular sight to see. We were treated to more feeding fin whales on Monday, along with a curious Minke whale. I'm looking forward to the nice weather ahead and I hope to see you out there.

- Beth Boucher, Granite State Naturalist