Humpback whales have historically stayed in Ireland’s southwest waters, but they appear to be moving to northwest waters, experts say. Darren Craig, IWDGJames Garvey was recently in Donegal Bay, Ireland, when he had a “breathtaking” experience: a humpback whale that put on a 30-minute show. HBIRL24 has been documented in Ireland by experts for the past 11 years, with at least 45 sightings or captures since 2013, the group said. In Broadhaven Bay, the group said its experts have verified sightings of a second humpback, known as HBIRL67, or Queen Medb. “That long trip down to West Cork or Kerry to see them, may soon become a thing of the past.”

Source: The Herald June 23, 2023 20:53 UTC