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Southern Right whale - a white calf swims near its normal, dark-colored mother. Each year 3 or 4 white calves are seen in the right whale population that breeds in the gulfs of the Valdes Penisula
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Southern Right whale - a white calf swims near its normal, dark-colored mother. Each year 3 or 4 white calves are seen in the right whale population that breeds in the gulfs of the Valdes Penisula
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Southern Right whale - a white calf swims near its normal, dark-colored mother
Off Puerto Piramide, Valdes Peninsula, Chubut Province, Patagonia, Argentina
Eubalaena australis
Each year 3 or 4 white calves are seen in the right whale population that breeds in the gulfs of the Valds Penisula. Few of them seem to reach adulthood, white adults are almost never observed.
Francois Gohier
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Whale Tales - A Rare Encounter of Black and White Beauty in Patagonia!
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. In this snapshot captured by photographer Francois Gohier, we witness an extraordinary sight that seems straight out of a fairytale. Meet FG-EB-728, a Southern Right whale calf with its strikingly white coat, gracefully swimming alongside its dark-colored mother off the shores of Puerto Piramide in Patagonia. This enchanting duo is part of the Valdes Peninsula's right whale population, where only 3 or 4 white calves are spotted each year. Sadly, these unique creatures face great challenges on their journey to adulthood, as very few seem to survive into their mature years. The rarity of spotting adult white whales makes this encounter all the more magical! As they glide through the crystal-clear waters, it's impossible not to be captivated by the contrasting colors – a mesmerizing blend of black and white against the backdrop of Argentina's breathtaking coastline. These gentle giants remind us just how diverse and wondrous our marine world can be. Francois Gohier has beautifully immortalized this moment in time when nature showcases its artistic prowess. So let your imagination dive deep into this incredible photograph and marvel at the bond between mother and child as they navigate through life's vast ocean together – a true testament to love and resilience found within our magnificent wildlife!
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