Fin whale - Feeding on a school of sardine larvae. The whale came up lunging through the fish, body turned on its right side. We are looking into the bottom of the mouth, orange-pink, facing us. The upper jaw is nearer to us
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Fin whale - Feeding on a school of sardine larvae. The whale came up lunging through the fish, body turned on its right side. We are looking into the bottom of the mouth, orange-pink, facing us. The upper jaw is nearer to us
FG-5244
Fin whale - Feeding on a school of sardine larvae
Bay of La Paz, Gulf of California, Mexico
Balaenoptera physalus
The whale came up lunging through the fish, body turned on its right side. We are looking into the bottom of the mouth, orange-pink, facing us. The upper jaw is nearer to us. Part of the baleen system is visible above this lower jaw at the left corner of the mouth.
Francois Gohier
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Whale's Got a Fishy Surprise: A Jaw-Dropping Feeding Frenzy!". In this incredible snapshot captured by photographer Francois Gohier, we witness the majestic FG-5244 (aka Fin whale) indulging in a mouth-watering feast. The scene unfolds in the vibrant Bay of La Paz, nestled within Mexico's Gulf of California. With its massive body turned on its right side, our finned friend lunges through a swirling school of sardine larvae. Talk about being at the right place at the right time! As we gaze into the bottom of FG-5244's open mouth, an enchanting orange-pink hue greets us head-on. But that's not all – take a closer look and you'll spot part of its baleen system peeking above the lower jaw on the left corner. This intricate filter-like structure helps our marine marvel sift out tiny fish from vast amounts of water with ease. FG-5244 is one rare sight to behold! As an endangered species belonging to the rorqual and baleen whale families, it reminds us just how crucial it is to protect these gentle giants and their marine habitats. So next time you're daydreaming about fishing or hunting for your own meal, remember this awe-inspiring moment frozen in time. Let FG-5244 be your inspiration as it gracefully navigates through Mexican waters – proving that sometimes even whales can't resist a scrumptious seafood buffet!
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