Is Holbox Whale Shark Feeding Aggregation happening right now?
As of today, peak season now, through ~August 15. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Each year warm-water currents and dense plankton attract large numbers of Rhincodon typus to the Yucatán shelf.
The result is a predictable, seasonal feeding aggregation near Isla Holbox, Cabo Catoche and nearby waters, where tourist snorkel operations can encounter dozens to hundreds of animals on good days.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Holbox Town Pier and Bay |
| Cabo Catoche (offshore feeding grounds) |
| + 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
This is the short version
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