Razorback Collection

Fin whale (Balaenoptera physalus) near surface. Pico Island, Azores, Portugal. May

Aerial view of Fin whale (Balaenoptera physalus) lunge-feeding, with mouth open and throat pouch distended, southern Sea of Cortez (Gulf of California), Baja California, Mexico

Fin whale (Balaenoptera physalus) just below surface, south Barcelona coast, Spain, Mediterranean Sea

Fin whale (Balaenoptera physalus) with ctenophore in front of its mouth, south Barcelona coast, Spain, Mediterranean Sea

The Razorback at Loch Ard Gorge, Port Campbell Park, Victoria
The Razorback at Loch Ard Gorge, Port Campbell National Park, Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia

Beautiful coast along Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia. Natural landscape view, some famous including Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard, Razorback, arch, London Bridge, Grotto

The Razorback at Loch Ard Gorge, Port Campbell National Park, Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia
The Razorback, located at Loch Ard Gorge precinct along Great Ocean Road in Victoria, Australia, is a limestone rock formation with sharp edges

Aerial view Fin whales (Balaenoptera physalus) lunge-feeding in the southern Sea of Cortez (Gulf of California), Baja California, Mexico

DDE-90028522
Canada, Quebec, St. Lawrence River. Fin whale aka Finback (Balaenoptera physalus). Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park. Second largest animal in the world, endangered species. Date: 19/05/2009

DDE-90028521
Canada, Quebec, St. Lawrence River. Fin whale aka Finback (Balaenoptera physalus). Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park. Second largest animal in the world, endangered species. Date: 19/05/2009

DDE-90028520
Canada, Quebec, St. Lawrence River. Fin whale aka Finback (Balaenoptera physalus). Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park. Second largest animal in the world, endangered species. Date: 19/05/2009

A Tiger attacking a Wild Boar, from the Merida Amphitheatre (fresco)
696581 A Tiger attacking a Wild Boar, from the Merida Amphitheatre (fresco) by Roman, (1st century BC); Museo de Arte Romano, Merida, Badajoz, Spain; out of copyright

Fin Whale, 1860 (colour litho)
998885 Fin Whale, 1860 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilder-Atlas zur wissenschaftlich-populAaren Naturgeschichte der SAaugetiere in ihren)

Fin Whale (coloured engraving)
1000569 Fin Whale (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustrator:Johann Eberhard Ihle Engraver)

Fin whale (Balaenoptera physalus) Pelagos Sanctuary for Mediterranean Marine Mammals, Mediterranean Sea. September

Wild Boar

Fin whale (Balaenoptera physalus), two feeding, aerial view. Baja California, Mexico. March

Fin whale (Balaenoptera physalus) near surface, Pico Island in background, Azores, Portugal. May

Fin whale (Balaenoptera physalus) surfacing, Bay of Fundy, New Brunswick, Canada, August

Fin whale (Balaenoptera physalus) surfacing with mountain landscape, Liefdefjorden, Svalbard, Norway. July 2011

Fin Whale - Baja California, Mexico
SE-1320 Fin Whale Baja California, Mexico Balaenoptera physalus Suzi Eszterhas contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

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"Razorback: Majestic Encounters with the Fin Whale" Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring world of the razorback, also known as the magnificent fin whale. These incredible creatures grace our oceans with their presence, captivating us with their sheer size and grace. Picture this: a breathtaking scene off Pico Island in Azores, Portugal. A massive fin whale emerges near the surface, its sleek body gliding effortlessly through the azure waters. Witnessing such a sight is truly humbling. From above, an aerial view reveals another astonishing spectacle - a lunge-feeding fin whale showcasing its colossal mouth wide open. This remarkable feeding behavior allows them to engulf vast amounts of prey in one swift motion. Venturing south along Barcelona's coast, we encounter yet another mesmerizing moment. A graceful fin whale hovers just below the surface, revealing only glimpses of its immense form against the backdrop of sparkling waves. Intriguingly, one photograph captures a ctenophore delicately suspended in front of a fin whale's mouth. It serves as a reminder that these gentle giants are not only masters of their environment but also intricately connected to it. Shifting gears from oceanic wonders to terrestrial marvels brings us to Loch Ard Gorge in Port Campbell Park, Victoria. Here stands "The Razorback, " an imposing rock formation that mirrors both strength and resilience - much like these majestic whales themselves. Returning to aerial views once more unveils yet another extraordinary sight - a lunge-feeding fin whale displaying its distended throat pouch. This unique adaptation enables them to consume enormous quantities of krill or small fish during feeding frenzies. Delving into historical depictions offers insight into humanity's fascination with these marine giants throughout time. From ancient frescoes depicting tigers attacking wild boars at Merida Amphitheatre to 19th-century lithographs capturing vivid colors and intricate details of a fin whale, our fascination with these creatures spans centuries.