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Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) tail slapping, tail lob, lobtailing. Vancouver Island

Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) tail slapping, tail lob, lobtailing. Vancouver Island


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Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) tail slapping, tail lob, lobtailing. Vancouver Island

Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) tail slapping, tail lob, lobtailing. Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada, July

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Balaenopteridae Balaeopteridae British Columbia Canada Catalogue6 Cetacea Ceteacean Display Displaying Diving Energetic Horizon Horizon Over Water Hump Whale Humpback Whale Hunchbacked Whale Megaptera Megaptera Lalandii Megaptera Longimana Megaptera Nodosa Megaptera Novaeangliae North America Pacific Ocean Part Of Speed Splashing Surfacing Symmetry Tail Vancouver Vancouver Island Water Spray Water Surface Bunch Saltwater Tail Slapping


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Whale Tail-tastic! Vancouver Island's Energetic Humpback Puts on a Splashy Show

EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this jaw-dropping shot captured by David Pattyn, we witness the incredible acrobatics of a majestic Humpback Whale off the coast of Vancouver Island. With its massive tail fully exposed, this magnificent creature showcases its playful nature through an impressive display of tail slapping and lobtailing. As if choreographed for our amusement, the humpback gracefully lifts its colossal tail high above the water's surface before forcefully smacking it back down with a resounding splash. The resulting spray creates a mesmerizing spectacle against the backdrop of Canada's picturesque Pacific Ocean horizon. This snapshot perfectly encapsulates the sheer power and agility possessed by these gentle giants of the sea. With their symmetrical movements and lightning-fast speed, Humpback Whales effortlessly navigate through their watery domain while leaving spectators in awe. The vibrant energy emanating from this photograph is infectious; you can almost feel yourself being splashed by droplets as you marvel at this moment frozen in time. It serves as a reminder that even in our vast world filled with wonders, there are still breathtaking sights waiting to be discovered just beyond our shores. So grab your binoculars and head to Vancouver Island – who knows what other remarkable displays Mother Nature has in store for us?

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