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A close encounter with GREY WHALES in San Ignacio, BCS, Mexico (Feb 2022)
February 22, 2022 · 8 min · 2K views · San Ignacio Lagoon
What this video covers
Mark, Andy, Ron, and Debbie participate in a gray whale watching tour in San Ignacio, Baja California Sur, Mexico, during February 2022. The group observes the whales from local pangas within the lagoon, noting that the migration season appears to be shortening, with whales arriving later and departing earlier than in previous years.6:09 Observations suggest the mothers are arriving in thinner condition than normal, potentially indicating reduced food availability during their migration.6:25 The group stays overnight in rustic, dry cabins equipped with solar-powered showers and limited electricity.5:29 The lagoon hosts several eco-tourism operations that facilitate these whale encounters.6:40 Local reports indicate that four whales have died in the area during the current season, which aligns with historical averages for the region.5:55 The experience highlights the logistical setup of remote eco-tourism camps and the shifting behavioral patterns of the gray whale population in the lagoon.
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