Where can I see whales in Michigan?

Where can I see whales in Michigan?

What is the best month to go whale watching?

Spring Whale Watching (March, April, May): Our trained whale watching captains know the best ways to gently follow and observe these precious moments with the utmost safety and respect for the animals. Spring is the best time of year to look for FIN WHALES.

What is the biggest fish ever caught Michigan?

On February 16, 1974, Joseph Maka landed the largest fish ever caught in Michigan: a massive lake sturgeon (Acipenser fulvescens) weighing 193 pounds and measuring 88 inches long!

Is there an ocean around Michigan?

There aren't any oceans in Michigan, but that doesn't mean we can't pretend. After all, the Midwest might not offer oceanfront views, but we're firm believers in the beauty of the sprawling Great Lakes and the towns with some of the best beaches in Michigan.

Where is the best place to watch whales?

Is it safe to swim in Lake Michigan?

Lake Michigan is generally clean and safe for swimming but it can become contaminated with harmful bacteria.

What is the biggest fish in Lake Michigan?

Lake sturgeon are the largest fish in Michigan, and it's not even close. There is a tie for the second-largest fish ever caught in Michigan.

What is the biggest sea creature in Lake Michigan?

The Lake Sturgeon - Michigan's Biggest Creature You may be a little startled if it decides to swim past your feet, as the Lake Sturgeon is rather big in size. On average, they can be anywhere between six and three feet in length. They will also weigh anywhere between 30-100lbs.

Where are whales most commonly seen?

Are there any sharks in the Great Lakes?

While there have been past “sightings,” most have turned out to be pranks or misidentifications. The reality is that the largest of the Great Lakes (Lake Superior and Michigan) are extremely deep lakes that are too cold for sharks.

Are there any whales in Michigan?

There is an abundance of life and different creatures you might find in Lake Michigan. Whales just aren't one of them. See all of the animals you can find in the lake here.

What predators live in the Great Lakes?

The most dangerous predator in the Great Lakes is the sea lamprey, which was actually introduced as an invasive species. Primarily, it goes after a sports fish called the lake trout, often wounding them as they kill them off. It is also attracted to the blood and bodily fluids of any creature.

What is the biggest predator in Lake Superior?

Sea lampreys are the Great Lakes' biggest predators. They attach to valuable fish and feed on their victims blood and body fluids.

Are there alligators in the Great Lakes?

Alligators are rarely found in the Great Lakes. Although some alligators thrive in freshwater, it's just too cold in the north for them to survive. They don't typically live farther north than North Carolina. It's unclear how the alligator arrived to Lake Michigan.