This gray whale momma and baby are all about the cuddles! 💙 Have you ever wondered what makes the San Ignacio Lagoon in Mexico the perfect nursery for gray whales? ✨ 👉 It’s sheltered from strong ocean currents and waves. 👉 The shallow waters protect the calves from orcas, their only predator. 👉 Newborns can barely swim, and the lagoon's high salt content makes them naturally buoyant, helping them learn to swim more easily. 👉 The shallow depths also allow mothers to keep a close eye on their