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Orcas
Santa Cruz 14 September 2002

Photo copyright by Debi Shearwater 2002
Orca, copyright Debi Shearwater 2002 One of five Orcas observed on the Sep 14 pelagic trip from Santa Cruz with Shearwater Journeys. These animals had just killed a California Sea Lion, and were still in the process of feeding on it when we arrived.
Orca copyright Debi Shearwater 2002 This Orca is carrying a piece of the sea lion in its mouth; the red, bloody carcass is noticable just anterior to the mouth.
Orca, copyright Debi Shearwater 2002Two Orcas approach our vessel, while the engines were on idle. They surfaced right next to the stern, carrying the carcass!! A very exciting event for all on board.

Orca, copyright Debi Shearwater 2002


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