In Strait of Juan de Fuca, a humpback whale named "Zillion" accidentally caught a harbor seal while feeding.
In the Strait of Juan de Fuca, a humpback whale named "Zillion" accidentally caught a harbor seal in its mouth while feeding on small fish. Humpback whales typically consume fish and krill, as their throat openings restrict them from swallowing larger animals. Witnessed by a tour group, the incident was unusual, with the whale eventually allowing the seal to escape. The Pacific Whale Watch Association noted this as a rare event, having previously seen whales capture only small birds.
September 14, 2024
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