Familiar Whales Return With Calves | California News

Whale watchers are buzzing as Newport Beach has become a hotspot for humpback sightings — two weeks straight of jaw-dropping encounters featuring familiar moms and their brand-new calves. Chompers, tracked since 1991, and Chris, both returning with their babies — “Snow Christal” and another unnamed calf — are delighting observers with playful breaches and tender moments. These majestic mothers and their young are thriving in Southern California’s rich feeding grounds, a sign of a healthy ocean ecosystem. It’s a heartwarming reminder of nature’s cycle and the magic of these coastal waters. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8270f205fb3ca102