Sperm whale head...
spout...
and tail
albatross with 6-8 foot wingspan
New Zealand fur seals on the rocks
Kaikoura (kai=food and koura=lobster in Maori) is aptly named because it is the major feeding grounds for marine mammals in New Zealand. Less than a mile offshore is a deep trench with food and fish pouring up for the whales, seals and dolphins. Just driving into town we came upon a NZ fur seal colony with 30-40 seals laying and playing on the rocks. We had a very successful whale watching trip spotting about 7 sperm whales up to 50 feet long. These whales have 2.5 tons of oil stored in the top of their heads! They dive deep down and feed on giant squid and other creatures. Other species of whale come to Kaikoura but usually in winter.
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Hello Nichols! WOW! After getting wrapped up in the Christmas Holiday and a new year, I was able to set some time away tonight to catch up with your blog. The photos are stunning... and, Phillip, is Claire catching up to you in height? She looks awfully close! ;o) MAN, the kids have grown SO much! They are so beautiful.
I teared up at the reunion of your parents. I know they were so happy to have the time to hold the kids in their arms and visit at your home away from home. I just loved the sunsets and the time you enjoyed with them.
Hugs to all! The Early Family misses you much!!!
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