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Where in the World to See Whale Sharks

Posted On Tuesday, September 20, 2011 By Tiffany. Under Where in the World..., Wild Encounters  Tags: animal, conservation, feeding, researchers, sighting, whale shark, world  
Swimming with whale sharks has become an international craze for animal enthusiasts. It’s only recently that we’ve been able to track some of their migrations and establish protected waters for their seasonal feeding grounds. To be able to safely interact with the largest fish in the sea is an unforgettable ...
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Snorkeling With Whale Sharks in Mexico

Posted On Monday, September 19, 2011 By Tiffany. Under Wild Encounters  Tags: boat, ecotour, Mexico, plankton, swim, water, whale shark  
I’m 18 miles off the coast of Cancun, Mexico.  Between June and August, an influx of plankton lures the whale sharks up the Yucatan for a mega feast.  To see a whale shark has been a goal of mine, but to swim with them is a dream come true. We arrived ...
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Close Encounter with Baja Sea Lions

Posted On Friday, April 8, 2011 By Tiffany. Under Wild Encounters  Tags: Baja, encounter, Isla Espiritu Santo, La Paz, Mexico, sea lions, swim  
We bypassed the city part of La Paz and headed south of the ferry port to a tiny beach area with a bar and activity hut.  We could see the  Isla Espiritu Santo jst across the water, part of the Gulf of California Islands that are protected by the Mexican government, ...
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