Whale Encounter in Penobscot Bay | Bangor News

Jake Hall’s early morning striper fishing trip turned into a jaw-dropping wildlife encounter when he spotted a humpback whale doing bubble feeding right in Penobscot Bay — a rare, mesmerizing spectacle that even locals can witness from shore. With a bounty of pogies and mackerel fueling the feast, the whale’s bubble netting antics made for an unforgettable first whale of the season for Jake. And the best part? You don’t need a boat — this majestic leviathan was cruising right by the public pier in Searsport, reminding us that nature’s biggest surprises are often just a glance away. 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/a022a97498490244