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!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this aerial shot captured by Francois Gohier, we witness the awe-inspiring feeding technique of FG-EB-911, a majestic blue whale in the Gulf of California. With its throat pleats still distended and forming an enormous pouch, this gentle giant has just surfaced after gathering food deep within the water column. Lying on its side, one pectoral flipper gracefully peeks above the surface, as if waving to us in sheer delight. In mere moments, our star performer will effortlessly right itself up and begin an extraordinary routine. It will expel vast amounts of water from its colossal mouth while swallowing tons of delectable prey. As spectators to this grand spectacle unfold before our eyes, we can't help but marvel at nature's ingenuity. The blue whale takes several breaths before embarking on another breathtaking dive into the depths below. This incredible photograph not only captures a rare moment but also serves as a reminder of how vital it is to protect these endangered giants and their oceanic home. So let's celebrate the beauty that lies beneath our seas and cherish every glimpse into their world – where size knows no bounds and wonder awaits at every turn!
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