Unique blue whale moment in The Americas' documentary captured off San Diego coast

Nature enthusiasts engaged in a full-day whale-watching tour off the coast of San Diego, taking advantage of the peak blue whale season from May to July. Captain Domenic Biagini, founder of Gone Whale Watching, expressed his joy in sharing these experiences with guests, emphasizing the thrill of seeing the largest animal on Earth. His recent drone footage captured a rare moment of blue whales socializing, featured in the BBC's "The Americas," narrated by Tom Hanks. Biagini highlighted the challenge of spotting blue whales, which surface only every eight minutes and do not breach like other species. Once nearly extinct due to hunting, blue whale populations have rebounded significantly since a worldwide ban in the late 1960s, leading to increased sightings.

Tourists can expect to see these creatures gathering off San Diego to forage for food during their migration from Mexico. Though tours are fully booked for the month, Biagini mentions the possibility of encountering blue whales on shorter daily excursions. This thriving whale season showcases the successful conservation efforts that have allowed blue whales to thrive once more.