[CINC] CX JULY 5

[HAL ALTMAN]

7 HUMPBACK WHALES
1 BLUE WHALE
160 COMMON DOLPHINS (60+100 GROUPS)

Noteworthy:  Interesting to see the Blue Whate eating with the Humpbacks.
Of the 7 Humpbacks, 4 were clustered together near Santa Cruz Island, 1 was
nearby and 2 others were spotted on the way back.

Valerie Olson and Don Gillies did their usual outstanding job answering
questions, like "When was it discovered that Humpbacks have unique markings
on the underside of their flukes?"  Answer:  This was discovered in 1979,
by Steve Katona.

Capt. Dave at the helm, along with Dennis and Matt.

ENJOYING LIFE,
Hal Altman, PID
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