Enormous whales, belugas and seals are found in the St. Lawrence River. These marine mammals are drawn by the abundant food found in these waters, as are the hundreds of thousands birds living in the area. Fish and shellfish are caught as food by humans, though quotas are established to prevent overfishing. Did you know that laws exist to protect endangered animals, plants and habitats? And there are many fun facts to learn about the river!


Do whales come to the St. Lawrence River to pay a social call to their cousins, the belugas, who live in the seaway year-round? Maybe, but these get-togethers are generally an excuse to enjoy a feast served on a banquet table stretching all the way along the North Shore, from Tadoussac to Natashquan. As for the seals, they prefer to sun themselves on rocks or entertain the public with their antics...

When whales come to visit
Belugas of the St. Lawrence
Seals galore
Whale, St. Lawrence River