Rare Pod of Killer Whales with White Calf Spotted off Newport Beach Coastline

In a video shared by boating company, Newport Coastal Adventure and @NewportWhales, tourists witnessed a stunning encounter with an exceptionally rare pod of killer whales off the coast of Newport Beach, California on April 29th. The white calf named Frosty, aged four years old and diagnosed as unique due to genetic disorders causing light-coloured pigmentation, was also spotted during this sighting – a first for the company in over one year since their last encounter with the pod. Captained by Dani Fasser, the Catallac boat crew were fortunate enough to come across not just any killer whales but several of them while they watched fin whale pairings nearby. The passengers on board expressed amazement as these magnificent creatures swam near and beneath their vessel. According to Jessica Roam from Newport Landing and Davey’s Locker Whale Watching, the pod was feeding off a mysterious carcass about the size of a beach ball passed back-and-forth between them. This sighting is rare in Southern California’s coastal region because whale spottings occur so seldomly that such experiences leave quite an impression on spectators. The last time this particular pod was spotted was as far north as British Columbia, and their most recent encounter occurred at Morro Bay back in October of the preceding year – evidence illustrates the roam capability enjoyed by these whales. Newport Landing and Davey’s Locker Whale Watching are responsible for conducting daily excursions into California’s waters from Harbour Point Marina, providing unparalleled views to eager tourists alike while raising awareness about marine conservation efforts in the region.