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San Diego Whale Watching Tour: What to Expect Aboard the Yacht America

If you are visiting Southern California, going on one of the whale-watching tours in San Diego should be at the top of your list of things to do. The warm waters off the coast attract various types of whales throughout the year. No matter the month you are there, you have a great chance of…

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March 11, 2024

12 Facts About Blue Whales: The Largest Animal That Ever Lived

The ocean has its share of fascinating wildlife. The blue whale is the largest animal known to live on earth, even larger than the dinosaurs. Here’s how to imagine the size of a blue whale: It’s as long as three back-to-back school buses, around 100 feet—that’s a 10-story building. The average weight of a blue…

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March 8, 2024

Orca Sightings: Can You See Killer Whales Off The Coast Of San Diego?

If you are a San Diego resident or visiting, you may be wondering if orca sightings are possible today. The good news is that you may spot these marine mammals, also known as killer whales, off the coast of this fabulous city. Orca Sightings in San Diego San Diego is a popular place for whale…

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March 6, 2024

How Much Plastic Is In the Ocean 2024

When plastic was introduced in 1907, it changed many industries. Plastic is a versatile and cheap material used in everyday products, from home construction to food packaging. How much plastic is in the ocean? In the 1950s, just 2 million tons of plastic was manufactured yearly. Today, that figure is around 450 million tons. About…

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March 4, 2024

The Best Time for Whale Watching in San Diego 2024

If you are wondering when the San Diego whale-watching season is, the good news is that you can see whales at any time of the year. The warm coastal waters attract different types of whales at various times of the year. So, the best strategy is to decide what kinds of whales you want to…

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March 1, 2024

List of Top Endangered Whales 2024

Decades of overhunting and a changing environment have left many species of whales facing extinction. Many of the whales seen on Next Level Sailing trips face some endangerment. That could be from rising climate change, pollution, or collisions with boats in an increasingly congested marine environment. Learn more about these endangered whales and what conservation…

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February 9, 2024

The Difference Between a Yacht Charter Vs. Boat Rental

When looking for a boat rental or yacht charter in San Diego, you might think you are looking for the same thing, but in reality, a rental and a charter are very different experiences. Granted, both activities mean paying someone for the use of their boat, but a charter, depending on the type, is often…

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February 7, 2024

Recent Killer/Orca Whale Sightings in Southern California: Everything You Need to Know

Recently, there was a rare sighting of orcas in San Diego off the coast and other areas off the coast of Southern California. Although they are also known as killer whales, orcas are members of the Delphinidae family and are the largest of those species. Orcas are one of the sea creatures that the Marine…

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February 5, 2024

Scientists Had Their First Ever Conversation With A Whale – What Does This Mean For The Future?

In December 2023, scientists and researchers off the coast of Alaska had what they describe as a 20-minute “conversation” with a whale named Twain. The experiment was a collaboration between the University of California, Davis, the SETI Institute, and the Alaska Whale Foundation. The endeavor was not only an experiment in whale communication but also…

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February 1, 2024

The Endangered Status of Orca/Killer Whales: Understanding the Threats and Conservation Efforts

Another name for the orca is the killer whale, a misnomer. Orcas are not technically whales but dolphins. While they are carnivores who kill their prey, they usually don’t hurt people. The few recorded incidents in which orcas have harmed people took place when the whales were in captivity under stressful conditions. Conservation efforts are…

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January 1, 2024