Orcas seen Twice. 4th and 17th May 2008
The North Coast Adventure Rib boat as now had 2 encounters with Orcas in the Pentland Firth this month.
The first encounter was on the 4th of May when 6 were seen close to shore before turning North and past Stroma.
The group consisted of 1 Bull 3 females and 2 juveniles.
The latest encounter was on Saturday the 17th when 8 animals were seen to the North of Stroma heading East.
This group consisted of 2 large males the remainder is uncertain.
The reason for this was the rib was carring a group of childeren who were not to keen to get closer so the rib turned away before they could fully investigate the group.
Colin
More Orca sightings 18-5-08
The Pentland Venture John O'Groats Ferry so i'm informed saw Orcas tonight between Stroma and the skerries.
Also uncomfirmed report that they saw them on Sunday.
If any one wants to try and see Orcas i would suggest they try around the time that
Low Tide starts to turn at Duncansby Head.
That should be about 16.58pm on the 20th May Give it 30 minutes either side.
Remember the Pentland Firth is quite wide so even if they are there you may not be able to see them if they are to far out.
Colin
Caithness Killer Whale sightings to 21-6-08
Pentland Firth
4th May x6....17th May x8.....19th May x6.....20th May x6 also seen from Duncansby
Wick
8th June x3
Dunnet Head
Unconfirmed sighting 15th June
Colin Bird
Sea watch Coordinator NE