{"id":16078,"date":"2022-08-13T05:27:33","date_gmt":"2022-08-13T09:27:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/many-whales-maui\/"},"modified":"2022-08-13T05:27:33","modified_gmt":"2022-08-13T09:27:33","slug":"many-whales-maui","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/many-whales-maui\/","title":{"rendered":"Why are there so many whales in Maui?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Marine scientists believe that Kohola (Humpback whales) have been visiting the islands since the ancient Polynesian Era (1-600 AD) and enjoy Hawaii&#39;s deep, warm ocean, underwater visibility, and lack of natural predators. The island of Maui is the best place in Hawaii to whale watch from the shoreline.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: 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whales come to Maui?\">Why do whales come to Maui?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/many-whales-maui\/#how-many-whales-are-in-maui-now\" title=\"How many whales are in Maui now?\">How many whales are in Maui now?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/many-whales-maui\/#why-are-there-so-many-whales-in-hawaii\" title=\"Why are there so many whales in Hawaii?\">Why are there so many whales in Hawaii?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/many-whales-maui\/#what-is-the-best-month-to-see-whales-in-maui\" title=\"What is the best month to see whales in Maui?\">What is the best month to see whales in Maui?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" 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the most whales in Maui?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/many-whales-maui\/#which-hawaiian-island-is-best-for-whale-watching\" title=\"Which Hawaiian island is best for whale watching?\">Which Hawaiian island is best for whale watching?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/many-whales-maui\/#is-whale-watching-better-in-maui-or-oahu\" title=\"Is whale watching better in Maui or Oahu?\">Is whale watching better in Maui or Oahu?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/many-whales-maui\/#why-do-whales-jump-out-of-the-water\" title=\"Why do whales jump out of the water?\">Why do whales jump out of the water?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" 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is best to snorkel in?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/trendingsimple.com\/hawaii\/many-whales-maui\/#do-fish-touch-you-when-snorkeling\" title=\"Do fish touch you when snorkeling?\">Do fish touch you when snorkeling?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"why-are-there-so-many-whales-in-maui\"><\/span>Why are there so many whales in Maui?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Marine scientists believe that Kohola (Humpback whales) have been visiting the islands since the ancient Polynesian Era (1-600 AD) and enjoy Hawaii&#39;s deep, warm ocean, underwater visibility, and lack of natural predators. The island of Maui is the best place in Hawaii to whale watch from the shoreline.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"why-do-whales-come-to-maui\"><\/span>Why do whales come to Maui?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Each year humpback whales visit the Hawaiian Islands during the winter months, arriving sometime in November and departing in March. While in Hawai\u02bbi&#39;s waters, humpbacks don&#39;t feed, as the primary reason for their journey is to mate and for mother whales to give birth and raise their young.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-many-whales-are-in-maui-now\"><\/span>How many whales are in Maui now?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Today, the population of humpback whales that uses Hawai\u02bbi&#39;s waters as their principle wintering ground is likely more than 10,000 animals.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"why-are-there-so-many-whales-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Why are there so many whales in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Technically speaking, the whales are originally from Hawaii as they were born here in the warm, protected waters. Every year, whales head south for the winter from the Gulf of Alaska to Hawaiian waters to breed, birth, and nurse their young.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-the-best-month-to-see-whales-in-maui\"><\/span>What is the best month to see whales in Maui?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Whale sightings in Maui typically occur between November and May. The best months to see whales is usually between mid-January and March as this is considered peak whalewatching season. On occasion, we will have our first whale sighting as early as October or late September.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-time-of-day-are-whales-most-active-in-maui\"><\/span>What time of day are whales most active in Maui?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>What is the best time for whale watching in Hawaii? Anytime is the best time! But, if you&#39;re looking for the best scenic times, early morning or sunset is considered prime. 11 am to 3 pm yields the best overhead light.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"can-you-see-whales-from-shore-in-maui\"><\/span>Can you see whales from shore in Maui?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In fact, there are plenty of areas on Maui where humpbacks can frequently be seen from the shore during whale season. The scenic McGregor Point lookout west of Maalaea and the beaches of Kaanapali, Kihei and Wailea are also great spots to see whales.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-time-of-day-are-whales-more-active\"><\/span>What time of day are whales more active?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Whales are never diurnal, but they can be crepuscular. This means they are most active during twilight hours which are both before sunrise and after sunset.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"where-are-the-most-whales-in-maui\"><\/span>Where are the most whales in Maui?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The best place to see whales in Maui is the Maui Nui Basin. It&#39;s estimated that more than half of the humpback whale population migrates to the Maui Nui Basin for breeding every winter. The Maui Nui Basin refers to the waters between Maui, Lanai, and Kaho&#39;olawe and is a protected sanctuary for the whales.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"which-hawaiian-island-is-best-for-whale-watching\"><\/span>Which Hawaiian island is best for whale watching?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Which Hawaiian island is the best for whale watching? In season, Maui is the best place to see humpback whales, but other islands also have many whales to see. The islands of Kauai, Oahu, and Big Island offer great whale-watching tours.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-whale-watching-better-in-maui-or-oahu\"><\/span>Is whale watching better in Maui or Oahu?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Oahu. As Hawaii&#39;s busiest island, Oahu has the most choices when it comes to whale watching cruises. Hawaii Nautical has boats that dock at both the Waianae Boat Harbor on the west side of the island and Kewalo Basin on the south side near Waikiki; they even offer an afternoon tour.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"why-do-whales-jump-out-of-the-water\"><\/span>Why do whales jump out of the water?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is an unusual behavior to carry out due to the high-energy demand it requires. For example, a full Humpback breach requires the whale to break through the water&#39;s surface at its top speed of 28km\/h. The simplest explanation for a whale jumping out of the water appears to be sociality or alertness.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"are-there-orcas-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Are there orcas in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Killer Whales in Hawaii The humpback whale&#39;s top predator, the majestic Orca or Killer Whale, is rarely seen but has been spotted around the Hawaii island chain. Although their name calls them whales, Orcas are actually a part of the Delphinidae family, also known as oceanic dolphins.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"are-great-white-sharks-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Are great white sharks in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>He said a whale shark wouldn&#39;t eat a fish, and the pointed snout meant one thing, it was a huge white shark. Dr. Meyer said there are sightings of white sharks all year round across Hawaii, with higher frequencies during the winter months.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"can-a-humpback-whale-eat-a-human\"><\/span>Can a humpback whale eat a human?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Luckily for Packard, it is not physically possible for a humpback whale to swallow a human! While a human can certainly fit inside their large mouths, the throat of a humpback whale is roughly the size of a human fist \u2013 and can only stretch about 15 inches in diameter.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"are-there-bull-sharks-in-hawaii\"><\/span>Are there bull sharks in Hawaii?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Aloha, More people die being attacked by dogs every year then sharks in the last 100 years. No bull sharks in Hawaii.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"does-peeing-in-the-ocean-attract-sharks\"><\/span>Does peeing in the ocean attract sharks?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No reaction. From a scientific standpoint, Esbaugh says that it&#39;s \u201cdefinitely not true\u201d that sharks are attracted to urine, and he assumes the rumor got started because many animals use scent to track their prey. But he says this doesn&#39;t hold up because humans aren&#39;t the most common meal for sharks.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"can-sharks-smell-period-blood\"><\/span>Can sharks smell period blood?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A shark&#39;s sense of smell is powerful \u2013 it allows them to find prey from hundreds of yards away. Menstrual blood in the water could be detected by a shark, just like any urine or other bodily fluids. However, there is no positive evidence that menstruation is a factor in shark bites.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-snorkeling-in-maui-safe\"><\/span>Is snorkeling in Maui safe?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Snorkeling in Maui is very safe, though, because of how many beaches on the island offer protected waters. The beautiful sights and fish you&#39;ll see are what make snorkeling in Maui so popular!Jun 13, 2019<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"should-i-be-scared-of-sharks-in-maui\"><\/span>Should I be scared of sharks in Maui?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Maui has experienced more recorded shark bites than the other Hawaiian islands. In part, this is due to the fact that there are literally thousands of vacationers and locals recreating in the ocean in Maui each day. Millions of people visit Maui yearly. Maui has more swimmable beaches than any other Hawaiian island.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-common-are-shark-attacks-in-maui\"><\/span>How common are shark attacks in Maui?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>So beware of palms and angry dogs. What are the chances of being attacked by a shark? There are usually 2 to 3 attacks around Hawaii per year, but almost always non-fatal. With the millions of people in the ocean around Maui every year, your chances of being attacked are slim to none.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-should-you-not-do-while-snorkeling\"><\/span>What should you not do while snorkeling?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Do not touch corals, fish or turtles. The only thing you can touch safely is sand and rock and water (that means with your fins also). Read our snorkeling etiquette page for learning how to develop skills for taking a break in the water without having to stand. Don&#39;t use harmful sunscreen.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-causes-death-while-snorkeling\"><\/span>What causes death while snorkeling?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The majority of the cases occurred due to cardiac-related causes (60) or drowning while at the surface (33). Only 19 deaths occurred after prolonged breath-hold diving and 10 were caused by trauma. Cardiac cause was established based on medical examiners&#39; findings.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-color-is-best-to-snorkel-in\"><\/span>What color is best to snorkel in?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Many factors determine the contrast-ability of your equipment, such as time of day, quality of water, shadows across the water, etc. For the most part, the lighter your gear the more contrast it will have. If you are wanting to blend in, blue or black would probably be your best bet.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"do-fish-touch-you-when-snorkeling\"><\/span>Do fish touch you when snorkeling?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>2. Do Fish Touch You When You&#39;re Snorkeling? Fish will generally not touch a snorkeler. Instead, they&#39;ll just swim around like they normally do.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Marine scientists believe that Kohola (Humpback whales) have been visiting the islands since the ancient Polynesian Era (1-600 AD) and enjoy Hawaii&#39;s deep, warm ocean, underwater visibility, and lack of natural predators. The island of Maui is the best place in Hawaii to whale watch from the shoreline. 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