This amazing 3 am sunrise shot of the Hudson Bay break – up by Alex de Vries – Magnifico needs few words to describe! Sunrises in Churchill this time of year are off the charts.
Sunset over the Hudson Bay. Alex de Vries – Magnifico photo.
After the recent common crane sighting in Churchill, this one is surely not as glamorous but noteworthy at least. A pigeon was spotted north of Churchill in Rankin Inlet and may be the first sighting of the bird north of Winnipeg. One has to wonder is the change in climate and weather patterns affecting the migratory patterns of birds and other animals?
Pigeon in Rankin Inlet. CBC photo.
This photograph by Parcs Canada is an amazing discovery of a common crane. The bird is rarely seen in North America and Churchill has been lucky enough to be the landing spot for this particular crane. Mixed in with a group of sandhill cranes, this common crane seems to be on the lam from somewhere. The cranes were spotted at the grain ponds by the Port of Churchill. Birdwatchers are keeping eyes open for other rare bird species in Churchill!
Common crane spotted in Churchill mixed in with sandhill cranes. Parcs Canada photo.
A polar bear swimming in the Hudson Bay is a great way to kick off the summer. Polar bears will often get in the water to try and take a seal though they also enjoy the occasional cool dip on a hot day. Polar bears are curious and playful by nature and this young sub – adult seems to have plenty of energy. Witnessing all the different behaviors of polar bears in the wild is why venturing to Churchill is so rewarding. Photographers come here because they can get all the different facets of a polar bear’s life often in one trip. Enjoy this Churchill Video of the Week!
Incredible beluga whale photos are hard to come by from deck level of boats on the Churchill River or Hudson Bay. Timing the surfacing of the whales is a guess at best and quite often the photos come out with a bunch of white humps protruding from the dark seawater. This view from a helicopter captures a unique perspective that places the travelers in the middle of the beluga whale pod and instead of the whales being the main subject, both humans and whales equally share the focus. One of the best shots I’ve ever seen!
Kayakers in Churchill surrounded by beluga whales. Sea North Tours photo.
