Absolute darlings. The girls and I walked to Stanley Park on Thursday. We were so blessed to be allowed into the beluga nursery to take photos (no flash). We had to be quiet to not startle the baby. I took these photos and am very pleased with the results. They let groups of 25 observers view at a time.
Momma and baby were so dear. The baby girl was only ten days old when these were taken and Momma 20 years old. She was lucky to be in the nursery with her older daughter who has a one year old baby too. So, in the nursery there was Granny (and her newest baby), her older daughter and her older daughter’s one year old daughter (Granny’s granddaughter).
1.This is baby peaking over mom’s shoulder.
2.Mom and baby.
3.A proud smile from mom.
4.Smiles from both baby and Mom.
5.A close-up of baby girl–notice her chapped lips from nursing…too cute!
6.Swimming together.
7.Not shy at all–two stars.
8.My favorite–Mom waving with baby girl shyly peaking from behind.
theresa_hart
Those are exceptional photos! You have managed to capture the maternal bond across the species as well as their incredible intelligence. I feel I know and love them already!
Melissa Mix Hart
Thanks–they seem to be so happy despite being in an aquarium.
Heather T
Wow, these are great shots! What a treat to get to see the mamas and babies!