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Blue Whale - This whale has been gathering food deep within the water column and reaches the surface with the throat pleats still distended, forming an enormous pouch. The whale is laying on its side, a pectoral flipper visible above
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Blue Whale - This whale has been gathering food deep within the water column and reaches the surface with the throat pleats still distended, forming an enormous pouch. The whale is laying on its side, a pectoral flipper visible above
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Blue Whale - this whale has been gathering food deep within the water column and reaches the surface with the throat pleats still distended, forming an enormous pouch
Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez), Mexico
Balaenoptera musculus
The whale is laying on its side, a pectoral flipper visible above. Within a few moments the whale will right itself up, expell the water, swallow the food, take several breaths, and dive again
Francois Gohier
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Behold the Magnificent Blue Whale - A Master of Deep-Sea Dining!
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. In this breathtaking aerial photo, we catch a glimpse of FG-EB-910, the legendary blue whale, as it indulges in an underwater feast. With its throat pleats still distended, forming an enormous pouch, this gentle giant has been busy gathering food deep within the water column. Lying on its side, with a pectoral flipper gracefully visible above the surface, our majestic protagonist appears to be taking a momentary breather before resuming its extraordinary routine. Within seconds, like a true acrobat of the sea, it will effortlessly right itself up and expel the water from its colossal mouth. Just imagine witnessing this incredible spectacle firsthand! As soon as all that water is expelled and swallowed food fills its belly, our magnificent blue whale will take several refreshing breaths before embarking on yet another mesmerizing dive into the depths below. This awe-inspiring snapshot was captured in none other than Mexico's Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez), where marine wonders abound. Let us cherish these rare moments and celebrate nature's grandeur while remembering to protect these endangered giants who grace our oceans with their presence. So dive into wonderment with Francois Gohier's remarkable photograph – a testament to both the beauty and size of these enchanting creatures that roam beneath our waves.
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