There are two types of Sea Lions that are quite prevalent
in the southern Vancouver Island area. The California,
and the Steller. How can you tell the difference? Well,
that is actually quite simple. The Steller is the largest
of the Sea Lions, it can weigh upwards of 450kg (1000lb)
and can be "the size of a large black bear, with
the strength and teeth to match."1 Stellers tend
to be a tan color whereas the California Sea Lion is
a more chocolate-brown. The most pronounced feature
that separates them is the high forehead of the California,
which can't be mistaken.
During the fall you can also expect to see the rare
Elephant Seal who comes to the area to shed their skins.
Often appearing much larger in size, and more lathargic,
these mammoth pinnipeds are facinating to watch and
learn about.
Here are our local pinnipeds you can expect to see;
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Throughout your trip you will see a variety of unique birds.
Vancouver Island has some of the most beautiful birds
on the planet. Look closely at the water as your travling
to and from the killer whale locations, you will be
sure to see an array of different birds. Here is a list
of birds you can expect to see on any given tour;
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