5.7.2015 Cape Cod Bay was loaded with Right whales, fin whales and Humpback whales...dozens of them! From feeding right whales (remember closest distance approach permitted 500yds, Federal and big fines) and sleeping humpback whales are tough too spot. Boston Globe reported over 50 right whales. Our first right whale siting was immediately upon leaving the Green Harbor lauch. Numerous humpbacks out near Fishing Ledge.
Underwater visibility was limited by the amount of algae/plantkon/etc in the water but several times we were able to attract several humpback whales out of their curiosty to come right besides the boat, engine OFF, yes we were like sitting ducks at the mercy of these whales. Filmed using a GoPro Hero 2 on a hand-held pole mount. Onboard were 2 whale specialist/biologist whose primary mandate is to ID and study whales affiliated with the New England Coastal Wildlife Alliance, Carol "Krill" Carson and Starr Howell.
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