Four whales all showed synchronised tail throws!
Today was yet another spectacular day out on Moreton Bay marine park, with 11 whales sighted on today's cruise. After the scenic voyage from Tangalooma to the Cape, our first action of the day began. In the distance, the guests were treated with the sight of huge splashes and multiple blows. Upon closer inspection, it appeared to be a juvenile and adult playing around in the waters between the Cape and Flinders Reef. The guests were graced with the sound of a 30 ton animal crashing back to earth after multiple breaches in succession.
We then witnessed another 3 individuals join up with this one and continue to tail throw and tail slap for over an hour. At one stage, four whales were 'synchronized tail throwing'; copying each other's behaviours in a repetitive cycle. This group continued to put on a show for the guests, with tail throws, tail slaps, pectoral slaps and the occasional breach, before two very large bulls came charging from the east. These incredible animals came head lunging toward the active pod which eventually resulted in them disbanding and continuing their journey north.
All in all, and incredible day with so much action. All on board left with a new sense of awe for these majestic giants.