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Depoe Bay: Gray Whales Diverge, Shrimp Diet Revealed

10/1/2025

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Depoe Bay, Oregon, is known as the Oregon Coast's whale watching capital for reliable gray whale sightings.
About 250 gray whales remain in the area, diverging from their typical migration route.
Marine biologist Carrie Newell studied whale diets by analyzing excrement, revealing a rich source of tiny shrimp; tours by Whale Research EcoExcursions offer intimate experiences, with September prime.

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Story summary

Depoe Bay, Oregon, is known as the Oregon Coast's whale watching capital for reliable gray whale sightings.
About 250 gray whales remain in the area, diverging from their typical migration route.
Marine biologist Carrie Newell studied whale diets by analyzing excrement, revealing a rich source of tiny shrimp; tours by Whale Research EcoExcursions offer intimate experiences, with September prime.