Every
year the transparent waters surrounding the Peninsula are
visited by these amazing creatures for their reproduction.The
sociable nature of this species often turns whale watching
into a unique encounter between man and whale. Don’t
miss the opportunity! |
There are over 40,000 active Magellanic Penguin nests in the Valdes Peninsula. This curious and entertaining species, attracted by the abundance of food and naturalprotection found here, is the center of attention for tourist from around the world. |
The
only continental colony of this seal species is found
here in the Valdes Peninsula. Each year some 9,600 newborns
are received by these coasts. Durring the reproductive
season there are more than 20,000 Southern Elephant
Seals along the Peninsula. |
The
Orcas of Valdes have adopted a unique and amazing method
of hunting in the capture of both sea lions and elephant
seals. Intentionaly stranding themselves on the beach,
taking more than half of their bodies out of the water,
catching their prey and then returning to the sea with
energetic movement. |
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There exists several Sea Lion colonies along the coast of the Valdes Peninsula which convert into reproductive colonies each year as of December. The Piramid Point Sea Lion Colony can be reached in a matter of minutes from town and is a healthy hour walk |
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Travelling by boat over the bays and coasts near Puerto Pirámides it is common to encounter groups of Dusky Dolphins, the most common of the dolphins that visit these waters. Dusky Dolphins are seen with regularity in both the Golfo Nuevo and Golfo SanJose. |
