It has been said by the locals that this is the largest run of Sockeye Salmon we've EVER had (at least in a lifetime). Everywhere you looked off the west side today, there were purseiners, fish jumping and orcas feeding. Fat and happy whales, they lolled about slowly, on long dives, taking their time, scooping up all of the salmon that would fit in their conically toothed mouths. Some of them must be eating for two. We can't see when an orca is gestating because they have a large internal cavity, so do not apparently expand. Don't be too jealous ladies- they gestate for 16-17 months AND their children stay with them for their whole 60-100 year life!
Lauren Sands
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