Grey Whale “Little Patch” Captivates Vancouver Seawall Onlookers
Friday, May 9, 2025, 9:21 am
Two reports detail how the local grey whale, affectionately dubbed “Little Patch,” has been lingering near Vancouver’s seawall, delighting onlookers with its close-up displays of breaching and feeding. The recurring sight has sparked widespread local fascination.
One onlooker arrived at the seawall to catch a glimpse and found the whale so close to shore she could hear it breathing as it surfaced
A grey whale known as Little Patch has been mesmerizing onlookers in the waters off of Vancouver for weeks, sparking a sense of connection as it stops to feed in the busy region before migrating northward.
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