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"Humpback Whales: Majestic Giants of the Oceans" In the vast waters of the world, humpback whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) reign supreme as true icons of marine life

Background imageHump Back Collection: Spawning pink salmon (Oncorhynchus gorbuscha) gathering to run upstream in Red Bluff Bay

Spawning pink salmon (Oncorhynchus gorbuscha) gathering to run upstream in Red Bluff Bay, Southeast Alaska, USA
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Background imageHump Back Collection: Adult male pink salmon (Oncorhynchus gorbuscha) spawning in a stream in southeast Alaska, USA

Adult male pink salmon (Oncorhynchus gorbuscha) spawning in a stream in southeast Alaska, USA
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Background imageHump Back Collection: Adult male and female pink salmon (Oncorhynchus gorbuscha - nicknamed the Humpbacked salmon)

Adult male and female pink salmon (Oncorhynchus gorbuscha - nicknamed the Humpbacked salmon)
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Background imageHump Back Collection: Fin whale and Humpback whale. Two different species of whale travelling together. Gulf of California

Fin whale and Humpback whale. Two different species of whale travelling together. Gulf of California
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Background imageHump Back Collection: Curious sub-adult female humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae)

Curious sub-adult female humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) interacting by rolling and approaching time
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Background imageHump Back Collection: Single adult Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) lunge-feeding very close to shore in

Single adult Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) lunge-feeding very close to shore in Southeast Alaska, USA
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Background imageHump Back Collection: North Pacific Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) tail-lobbing in Southeast Alaska, USA

North Pacific Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) tail-lobbing in Southeast Alaska, USA
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Background imageHump Back Collection: Two Humpback Whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) surfacing in Southeast Alaska, USA. Pacific Ocean

Two Humpback Whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) surfacing in Southeast Alaska, USA. Pacific Ocean
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Background imageHump Back Collection: Adult Pacific Humpback Whales, Megaptera novaeangliae, cooperatively bubble-net feeding, Southeast

Adult Pacific Humpback Whales, Megaptera novaeangliae, cooperatively bubble-net feeding, Southeast
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Background imageHump Back Collection: Adult humpback whale fluke-up dive in Frederick Sound, southeast Alaska, USA

Adult humpback whale fluke-up dive in Frederick Sound, southeast Alaska, USA
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Background imageHump Back Collection: Sub-adult Humpback Whale, Megaptera novaeangliae, breaching in northern Gulf of California, Mexico

Sub-adult Humpback Whale, Megaptera novaeangliae, breaching in northern Gulf of California, Mexico
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

Background imageHump Back Collection: Pacific humpback whale adult, Megaptera novaeangliae, fluke-up dive in the Au Au Channel near

Pacific humpback whale adult, Megaptera novaeangliae, fluke-up dive in the Au Au Channel near Maui, Hawaii
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Background imageHump Back Collection: Pacific humpback whale calf, Megaptera novaeangliae, breaching in the roadstead near Mala Wharf

Pacific humpback whale calf, Megaptera novaeangliae, breaching in the roadstead near Mala Wharf, Maui, Hawaii
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

Background imageHump Back Collection: Curious humpback whale calf underwater. in the AuAu Channel, Maui, Hawaii, USA

Curious humpback whale calf underwater. in the AuAu Channel, Maui, Hawaii, USA
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Background imageHump Back Collection: Humpback whales

Humpback whales, Husavik, the whale capital of Europe, Iceland, Polar Regions



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"Humpback Whales: Majestic Giants of the Oceans" In the vast waters of the world, humpback whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) reign supreme as true icons of marine life. From the rugged Inside Passage in Alaska's breathtaking wilderness to the tranquil shores of Ile Sainte Marie in Madagascar's Indian Ocean, these magnificent creatures captivate all who encounter them. Photographer Masa Ushioda expertly captures their beauty and grace in his stunning images. In one frame, a mother humpback whale swims alongside her calf off Silverbanks in the Caribbean Sea, showcasing their strong bond and nurturing nature. Another photograph reveals an awe-inspiring tail slap by a humpback whale in Mexico's Gulf of California, demonstrating their power and agility. These incredible mammals are not confined to any particular region; they traverse vast distances across oceans. Even Antarctica's Polar Regions witness their grandeur as they glide effortlessly through icy waters with towering cruise ships serving as mere spectators. Alaska is undoubtedly a haven for humpbacks, where bubble net feeding displays near Juneau leave onlookers amazed at their cooperative hunting techniques. Prince of Wales Island provides another spectacle altogether - breaching whales soaring out from beneath turquoise waves, creating unforgettable moments etched into memories forever. The sheer size and elegance displayed by these gentle giants remind us of our planet's natural wonders that deserve protection and preservation. Humpback whales serve as ambassadors for ocean conservation efforts worldwide, inspiring people to take action against threats such as climate change and habitat destruction. As we marvel at each breach or tail slap witnessed around the globe, let us remember that every sighting serves as a reminder that we share this Earth with extraordinary beings whose survival depends on our collective responsibility towards safeguarding our precious oceans.