Today, Hubby and Otterboy and I went to Waitara so the guys could go fishing. I wandered off, as usual, to see what I could find to photograph.
As I was examining a tree stump on the beach, I looked out to the water and saw something go under the water. It seemed a bit far out to be any of the surfers, and as I waited for it to resurface, I noticed there were some fisher-guys watching the same area. They would break out in a short cheer occasionally, and I realized they were saying "Orca whale" as they pointed and cheered!
Yes, I was watching a small pod of whales make their way along the shore! It was incredible to see a few fins and white bellies break the surface, though it was impossible to get any photos.
There ended up about twenty on-lookers all watching and pointing, "there!" as they passed by. It was something I won't soon forget.
Sometimes getting photo robs you of the experiance to see the whole thing you are observing. I was so busy taking pictures at my son's concert that at the end I realized I have no idea about what he did as a whole. I wished I didn't take a photo and just enjoyed his performance. Same with the whales - you did the right thing - enjoyed the sight :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great sight to see!
ReplyDeleteNow you are glad you came to New Zealand. What will you see next? Penquins?
ReplyDeleteYou are so lucky! The only time I saw an orca was in florida at sea world lol! You normally dont see them around here but we get lots of seals and porposes....sometimes sharks...
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