Researchers stunned after observing beloved sea creature's odd behavior: 'It's kind of sad; it's bittersweet'

Researchers stunned after observing beloved sea creature's odd behavior: 'It's kind of sad; it's bittersweet'

A well-known gray whale, Little Patch, returned to feed in British Columbia's Sunshine Coast despite its normal migration patterns, reported CBC News. What's happening? Gray whales like Little Patch that reside in coastal waters are widely beloved by those who live near them. Naturally, it was Sunshine Coast residents who first spotted Little Patch at the end of November. While the visit was a welcome surprise, researchers were a bit shocked. Er…