Our first full day aboard National Geographic Sea Bird in Almejas Bay, Baja California Sur offered an immersive introduction to the region’s diverse ecosystems and marine life. En route to the bay’s entrance, we passed a red mangrove habitat known for hosting a colony of magnificent frigatebirds. Further along, a nearby sand spit provided a resting site for brown pelicans and cormorants, as well as an unexpected sighting of two juvenile bald eagles.
As we ventured closer to the bay’s opening, the main attraction came into view…grey whales! They were surfacing frequently, many swimming in alignment with the tidal currents. Some engaged in spy hopping, a behavior in which the whales lift their heads vertically out of the water. Almejas Bay exemplifies the importance of conserving critical habitats that support a wide range of species.
