Filming The Largest Toothed Predator in the Ocean

This is Episode 3 of my Sea of Cortez Adventure Series. During my Sea of Cortez Photo Expedition in May 2023 we encountered so much sea life that I've made a short series about it.
I encountered the sperm whales for the first time of the Sea of Cortez and made it a mission to capture the perfect shot of a sperm whale from above.
If you'd like to join me next year for my Sea of Cortez Photography Immersion please visit the link below. This encounter was just one of several we were fortunate enough to experience.
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Special thanks to Nautilus Liveaboards for hosting me.
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Special thanks to my friend & amazing photographer Allie Vautin @alvautin.media
DISCLAIMER:
I'm NOT a marine biologist. As with all KZbin content, I encourage independent verification of facts via official scientific and trustworthy sources. I will strive to post citations for any information I discuss here whenever possible. My goal is to use photography and drones to bring awareness to wildlife and the nature around us. I welcome collaborations with scientists to bring cinematic elements to the educational presentation.
For all footage licensing inquiries please reach out directly to me via the contact form on my website.
All music has been licensed for use.

[@rex_havoc2966]

This video is the prime example of why I subbed your channel and love your content. It’s not just drone footage. It’s composing the amazing shots to honor how amazing the subject matter is. You could have gone back into shore and still seen the beautiful sunset but you knew and probably even had the shot exactly as it was in your head and all you needed was a chance. That chance came and that last shot is amazingly beautiful.

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Many many thanks Rex. I appreciate those words and your support!

[@TheSparklyBeader87]

This is amazing, award-winning footage! Absolutely gorgeous! Thank you so much for your perseverance in waiting for just the right shots. ❤🎉

[@cammygram1]

Your videos make me so happy!

[@michaelh9184]

Wow, amazing footage. That water is absolutely gorgeous

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Thanks! It really is!

[@BellaBarossa]

Honestly, living on the other side of the planet, I'd never even thought about the Sea of Cortez until you started featuring it heavily in your videos. Now I want to travel to Mexico just so I can see it for myself. Unbelievable shot with that incredible sunset in the background, Carlos! You have got to be absolutely stoked with that. 🐳 🌅

[@ShandiNicole1982]

Even though I don’t research whale behavior, it’s still just beautiful to watch. And that video shot will probably end up either being recreated or on postcards somewhere.

[@jojowynne233]

Like many of your videos Carlos, that one invoked such strong emotion. It was Breathtaking to watch those peaceful whales swimming side by side. There is just something joyful about seeing them too. Ohhh that sunset! Mother Nature and the whales wanted you to have the perfect shot. They are also proud of the work you do. Education without interference ❤❤ 🐳

[@ealingbroadway2000]

What a fabulous sighting, I’m in awe of that kind of life. Brilliant

[@surfrby8876]

Incredible inspirational footage , and that was the perfect shot , magical ,thank you for sharing

[@annakeye]

Jaw droppingly gorgeous moments captured for all of us to see. Thanks so much Carlos.

[@ritamclaughlin9681]

Beautiful sunset fluke photo. Nature is amazing. Thank you for sharing.

[@Liahs333]

That last shot of the whale and the sunset is exactly how I picture heaven to be. Perfection ♥️

[@jayblack7495]

Your humility before the splendor of nature is the perfect poetic narrative to your extraordinary footage. Truly, a genre unto your own...

[@crehlk]

Wow! Just wow! That fluke shot with that breathtaking sunset, gave me chills... And a tear or two. 😢❤

[@AndyTerra]

Truly breathtaking shot of the sunset and the whales! Thank you!

[@kooooter66]

Yes your videos bring up strong emotions from the great views and wildlife in the area. for many years I fished that area on the Tony Reyes live aboard the sunsets are magical.

[@jvinson4181]

I just realized I hit "like" before I even started watching the video, I am just so used to clicking "like" on your videos! I didn't know that Mahi-Mahi looked like that!!

[@Trojan0304]

Just awesome marine vlog, BBC had nothing over your vlogs. Sperm whales a fav 🐋🐬 Beautiful sunset❤

[@K9_Queen19]

Incredibly done as always! Amazing footage.

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Thanks so much!!

[@melissapixley5580]

Another masterpiece! Thank you for sharing!

[@TheCynicalOptimist88]

Why you don't have more viewers and subscribers shocks me this is some of the best content on KZbin... Give it time when you get to a certain amount the algorithm will do its thing and you will blow up it's exponential when it gets like that! Well done sir keep it up

[@mafiaundrground]

allow me to express myself! this video made my day at the end of the day XD, it was like a incredible gift and i felt my heart sinking into that sea and floating around. I'm currently feeling so calm and I'll definitely fall asleep. you did a GREAT GREAT job, bonne continuation!

[@miguelbernas9489]

One of your best videos so far, dude. Congratulations!

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Glad you think so!

[@bethmeredith]

Stunning views thank you for sharing.

[@totallykoolyeah]

Magical footage. Thank you

[@britneypennington8502]

Congratulations on capturing such amazing scenes!!!

[@angelahaines9656]

Thank you for sharing, Beautiful video

[@mickrides615]

Darn good work. Love it.

[@samkangal8428]

Wow .. thanks for sharing ,it’s so beautiful.

[@11kwright]

I’m going to find part I and II and certainly look forward to part IV. This video was every bit beautiful for the eyes to lay upon. I was absolutely transfixed with the shots of the whales. There is something calming and brings about inner peace when you see whales, they are very special magnanimous magnificent creatures. The sunset on water was equally sheer beauty for the eye to see. Really enjoyed it and very pleased I had the good luck that this video popped into my daily feed.😮❤

[@kimberlee3243]

I have goose bumps! It’s my dream to go there and see all of the amazing sea life. I live near Cape Cod and see so much sea life but the water is so murky sometimes it’s just a shadow. Scuba diving here 10 foot visibility is about it

[@Jim-ok9zi]

Beautiful just Beautiful. This sanctuary must be protected.

[@charlesbr7684]

Soooo Nice!! Thank you ❤

[@MrJames_1]

Beautiful doesn't begin to describe it :)

[@readytogo6569]

My God, Carlos! Gave me chills of joy❣️

[@LucretiusNigro]

And yet... there is a jarring, painful contradiction between our love (or at least that of many, I hope) for the impressive, moving spectacle that is the life of other living creatures, and our lifestyles (our expectations in this regard) and the material culture that nourish them (...). A strong hug.

[@LucretiusNigro]

Ah, I don't live near the sea, so I don't know much about this... but I ask: are the propellers of the boats, of the ships that cross these wonderful seas, equipped with protected propellers? (In reality I don't even know if there are any, and if so, if they are widespread, if they are regulated, etc.).

[@LucretiusNigro]

Yes, from 06:11 to 06:40 it is a shot of overwhelming beauty ^^ (although in reality, as often happens in your shots, there are many others: overwhelming like those from 07:18 onwards...).

[@cehamecki7106]

Atemberaubend, Danke Carlos.

[@aansvar]

Nice! Another great one :D

[@rkohnke1]

Beautiful!

[@jandeakin1813]

Thankyou creation is beautiful 😘

[@MermaidMusings7]

This video touched my soul.

[@gabriellafox7948]

Thank you♥️🇨🇦

[@ligiacharvet2822]

Beautiful!😍😍😍

[@cattoes1609]

Head to toe goosebumps at the end.

[@corbechupacabra]

"that was nice... but i want to get a perfect shot (that doesnt have poop!)"

[@sloppystooly5439]

5:28 So cool!

[@saschafuchs185]

simply wow!!

[@smeastwest]

This was a magical video.

[@michaelareedyk5831]

Stunning ❤

[@ilovecats4705]

Very sweet looking to watch

[@derickl436]

Speechless. Wow!

[@JustMeinYoutube]

Wow… thank you!

[@amandastakeonit7402]

Thank you for sharing these experiences with us! I wonder why their spout is to the side.

[@geedee1999]

7:32 The money shot!

[@lindagrainger]

Majestical ❤

[@ruffadamsthegreat.2662]

Youre too generous.☺️ "Favorite part..." you said. With a Cap'n that presented as, at best, reticent.

[@AndreGericke]

...subscribed!

[@louislepage3995]

iNCREDIBLE

[@truthiscensored]

Surprised you haven't went and caught footage of the Orcas off the coast of Southern California the past month. Thought for sure you would have the drone out trying to capture footage

[@DebRedStyles]

Nature is extraordinary.

[@WildBillCox13]

Shared.

[@daddius]

To think a mammal would chase its niche to such extreme ends. Built perfectly for where and how it earns its living.

[@ThePinkLotusdesign]

Wow❣️❣️

[@llllllllll463]

Great😊😊😊😊😊

[@lindanolf2113]

Beautiful ❤

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Thank you! 😊

[@lauras2046]

It’s almost orgasmic to watch this video. You either get it or you don’t.

[@GiroChase]

So beautiful 🥹🙏🫶

[@nikkilovesrocks]

Whale Tails look like hearts 💙🩶🩵

[@Lord_RFAS]

Gotta love cetaceans.

[@Trojan0304]

Any chance the sunset with sperm whale fluke becomes future T-shirt 🐋🔥🙏

[@WildBillCox13]

"Red sky at night . . ."

[@ShepherdsCreek]

I got my hubby a drone with a camera on it for Christmas this year. He was super excited to try it out and took it outside for its maiden flight. It took him a moment to get set up but the moment he touched the controls, it took off at lightspeed never to be seen again. We looked for it for 3 days after to try to find it but no luck. Very disappointing first drone flight lol do you have any recommendations for a first drone for a novice pilot? Or how to avoid this happening?

[@KaiOcean]

Is the Sea of Cortez the best place to use drones without needing a MMPA permit? Thanks.

[@loralii]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jenniecruz548]

😍

[@susanelezebeth2751]

God definitely is the perfect artist wow!!

[@reek459]

0:49 im sorry bro. You do what? That sentence didnt make sense to me listening instead of watching 😆 He went to the shy in serch of sea life

[@theoune2501]

The sunset itself was sufficient for me 😍😍😍😍😍😍 woooowwwwwww MashaAllah

[@sharonrowland1196]

Gorgeous Scenery I love THE OCEAN; But not all the creatures in the Ocean are friendly ugh 😳😳🦈🦈 Sharks are Beautiful but Dangerous at the same time. 🦈🦈🦈😂😂

[@reek459]

I like teef

[@IrenESorius]

☀🌟💖🥰💖🌟☀

[@Scott.V.Grube1]

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@Dadsidehobbies]

5:29 Was that not the perfect shot cause it looks like the whale is taking a dump 😅

[@ranchopatriot]

So jealous.

[@nevillekesha553]

It's all good 😊. The Tatts though?. Just wondering about Polynesian , Maori roots. Sorry for you to maybe repeat yourself

[@SuzaGotye]

😶

[@echo-909]

Really enjoy the footage, but please dump the AI narrator and do the talking yourself.

[@TheMalibuArtist]

That's me talking. LOL

[@danamcalister]

⁠@@TheMalibuArtistHAHAHA that’s pretty funny Carlos, well now you know you can’t make a living doing voice over (according to this guy at least) since you sound like the AI anyone can use for nothing. Too funny, I personally enjoy your style of narration and it is a compliment to the wonderful footage. Watching your videos is what inspired me to purchase a drone and start filming things for a channel I plan on starting. Thanks, I appreciate all the hard work!

[@teeanahera8949]

Buddy, I do dislike AI voices too but see how they have their place BUT how you can mix his voice up with AI is astonishing! The most common fault that immediately alerts a thinking person to an AI voice is the poor sentence structure. AI voices lack pauses for emphasis, they emphasise words out of context and they never take a breath to prepare for the next phrase. The Malibu Artist is the antithesis of an AI voice as it is beautifully paced, emphasis where it is due and you can tell a pause for breath. Think before posting.

[@melissapixley5580]

🤦🏼‍♀️