Southern Right Whale


SOUTHERN RIGHT WHALES

	WHALE NURSERY
	Warrnambool's whale nursery is annually transformed into a very busy Southern Right Whale nursery. The baby whales are generally born between July and September and measure around five metres and weigh a tonne on arrival. The mothers and calf keep whale watchers entertained with their activities of fin and tail slapping. The proud mums regularly put on their own show with regular whale rolls, proposing, lunging and lobtailing. For daily Whale updates or contact the Warrnambool Visitor Information Centre by telephoning 1800 637 725

	OUR FAVOURITE WHALE, WILMA! Warrnambool's most popular whale. Wilma is easily recognisable by her somwhat modified tail fluke which may have been bitten off by a shark or injured by a ships rudder. This year we have named two new whales who have calved, Big Lips and Lots of Dots. Both have been identified by their distinctive markings so that they can be monitored if they return in the coming years. From the whale viewing platform (picture below) people are treated to a wonderful site of the whales swimming close to the shore and it is really a wonderful experience to see these magnificent giants of the deep up so close. For more - Whale information
	WHALE HOLIDAY SEASON Between the months from mid June to early October SouthernRight Whales frequent the Logans Beach Whale Nursery and provide a wonderful spectacle for whale watchers. During this period is a wonderful time to organise a holiday or long weekend to capture a glimpse of these magnificent creatures of the sea.Warrnambool's Maritime history is captured at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum.
	LOGANS BEACH WHALE NURSERY There are many whale breeding grounds, but for stunning views and accessibility. Logans Beach Warrnambool is one of the finest whale viewing experiences in the world. Warrnambool has been the favoured breeding location for the Southern Right Whales who make their annual pilgrimage to the Logans Beach site to give birth and prepare their young for the long journey back to Southern Antarctic waters.
	LOGANS BEACH WHALE VIEWING PLATFORM You won't find a more accessible whale watching area than at Logans Beach. Just 8 minutes from the City Centre the newly constructed viewing platform provides premium viewing and is well worth a visit at any time of the year. This year binoculars will be available for hire at the platform.


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