A mixed Pod of Northern Resident Orcas with two large male Orcas bringing up the rear. August 2023 Male Northern Resident Orcas often swim at the rear or periphery of their pods because of their social role, physical size, and protective behavior. Their positioning helps guard the pod, reduces conflict, and reflects their lifelong bond with their mothers in matrilineal family groups. Social Structure of Northern Resident Orcas Matrilineal pods: These orcas live in tight family groups led by a ma

A Quiet Encounter with Klaoitsis in 2019 (Sound on) The Johnstone Strait was hushed, its waters shimmering under the soft light of day. Cutting through that stillness was the steady, deliberate presence of A84 Klaoitsis, a male Northern Resident Orca. He moved with patience, each dive measured, each surfacing a reminder of the deep rhythm between salmon and sea. There was no rush, only the quiet mastery of a hunter who knows these waters as home. His tall dorsal fin rose like a sentinel against

3.7K views · 138 reactions | A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A BARRIER ISLAND: WILDLIFE EDITION This backcountry camera took one photo every minute to capture an entire day. The project had the camera in the dunes for several months to gather data on changes in dunes, weather, ephemeral ponds and wildlife too. Can you spot the White-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus)? There is more than one so look closely. | Padre Island National Seashore | Facebook

4.6K views · 57 reactions | Experience the serene beauty of Baranof Island as a mama bear and her cubs explore Hidden Falls. A breathtaking encounter with nature that’s pure Alaskan magic! | Ellen Roman | Facebook

55K views · 291 reactions | From hiking Queensland's very own jurassic island to exploring Australia's largest waterfall. Visit Townsville North Queensland and discover where winter shines.  by Wanderstories | Visit Townsville North Queensland | Facebook

📍 Akshayuk Pass Trail 🇨🇦 100 KM | Auyuittuq National Park | Baffin Island 👇 Meet one of the most remote and dramatic long-distance trails on the planet for experienced hikers only: the Akshayuk Pass Trail, deep inside Auyuittuq National Park on Baffin Island, Nunavut. This 100 kilometer long Arctic traverse leads through the raw heart of the Canadian Arctic, surrounded by glaciers, granite walls, and endless silence. To reach the starting point, you first fly by small plane to the isolated c