Hello whalewatchers:
We had a great day at Islas San Benito. The weather was great with clear skies and a brisk wind, but warm out of the wind. Albatross Alley kept producing after my first report. At one point we had 17 albatrosses in our wake–incredible!. Out total before arriving at the island was 40 birds–28 black-footed and 12 laysan albatross. What a start to our day!
At the island, we had a skiff ride to view Guadalupe fur seals and then we landed on the island. There were fewer fur seals but more elephant seals, with more females returning to molt. The island is very dry still this spring. At the top of the island there is a group of about 12 horned larks that hiker enjoyed.
Everyone had a good day and now we are traveling south to Laguna San Ignacio.
More tomorrow,
Capt Art
