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| Whales
When I first came to the islands in 1970, it was very rare to see any whales around the Falkland's shoreline. This was due to the way man decimated the whale population over the proceeding years. How
times have changed, more whales are sighted in and around the Falklands
every year. Our new boat with its large flybridge will enable visitors
and especially photographers to appreciate the whales in their natural
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| Dolphins
Two of our favourite dolphins (Commersons and Peales), can be seen on a regular basis around the Falkland coastline. They both enjoy following the boats and even staying around for a few minutes when you are diving. Going
further out to see you can pick up the occasional oceanic roaming dolphin. |
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| Seals
The three principal species of seal to be found around the Falkland coastline, the Elephant, Southern Sea Lion and the Fur Seal all seem to be holding their own. The Southern Sea Lion shows a great deal of curiosity and will enjoy giving the diver a nip on his fins and come up to your face for a closer inspection. The Fur Seals are much more mobile and curious animal. Within a one hour boat trip from Stanley we can dive with both species. |
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| Fishes
It has always amazed me that whilst we have a fantastic habitat within our large kelp forests you do not see the range of fish species as you do elsewhere in the world. |
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| Fishing
Industry Before the introduction of the new Fisheries Regime in 1987 the waters around the Falklands were fished predominately by Russian, Polish and Japanese fleets. The Fishing Industry has provided great wealth to many individuals in the islands and has certainly supported the Government's expenditure over the last 20 years. |
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