Whale Hello There: Your Guide to Spotting Whales and Dolphins in Noosa!
Your Guide to Spotting Whales and Dolphins in Noosa! Are you ready for an unforgettable whale watching adventure on the water? Noosa is not just a stunning coastal destination for weekends away, or major events like the Noosa Triathlon, the Noosa Alive, Film Festival and Surf Competitions (and so much more)… It’s also a prime…
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Dive Into These Whale-tastic Facts About Humpback Whales!
Check Out Your Knowledge with these Whale-tastic Facts About Humpback Whales! Are you ready to make a splash with some fascinating facts about humpback whales? These majestic marine mammals are not only large but also full of surprises. So, grab your snorkel (or just a comfy chair), and let’s dive into the deep blue! Breaching…
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Noosa’s resident Bottlenose Dolphins
Bottlenose dolphins are intelligent and charismatic creatures, and with their curved mouths give the appearance of a smile. They have been known to come to the aid of other animals, including humans, in distress. They live in warm waters around the globe and feed on bottom-dwelling fish, shrimp and squid. They can reach speeds of…
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Why do Whales Have Whale Barnacles?
What are those funny crusty objects found on whales? And do all whales have them, or only humpbacks? The relationship between whales and the barnacles that grow on them is called commensalism, the barnacle benefits from an interaction while the whale is unaffected Barnacles attach themselves to whales as free-swimming larva and as the…
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Humpback Whale Behaviour
Whale play or communication? Experts believe that some behaviours assist with navigation and allow them to communicate with other whales. The following are some theories on common whale behaviours. WHALE BREACHING There are many theories why humpback whales breach including to attract other whales, to warn off other males or simply as a form…
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Why do the Whales Migrate?
The humpback whale migration usually runs from July to November – but why do these incredible whales migrate? Learn fascinating facts before your next Sunshine Coast whale watching tour. Humpback whales feed on krill, which is abundant in the cold polar waters; however, they cannot give birth in these rich feeding grounds because their calves…
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