Balaenopteridae Collection (#5)

South America, Falkland Islands Gentoo penguin (Pygoscelis papua) walking in shallow water

South America, Falkland Islands Black-browed albatross (Diomedea melanophris) close-up, yawning

patagonian gray fox, Dusicyon griseus, on the Falkland Islands, South Atlantic Ocean

gentoo penguin, Pygoscelis papua, on Beaver Island, Falkland Islands, South Atlantic Ocean

gentoo penguin, Pygoscelis papua, sitting on eggs, Beaver Island, Falkland Islands, South Atlantic Ocean

Falklands, Steeple Jason Island, Subantarctic. A Johnny Rooks or striated caracaras stands in sheep sorel

Falklands, West Point Island, Subantarctic. A long tailed Meadowlark forages for food on gorst bushes

Falkland Islands. Gentoo Penguins. (Pyroscelis papua)

Falkland Islands. Black-browed Albatross. (Diomedea melanophris)

Nesting colony of the Black-browed Albatross (Diomedea melanophris) in the Falkland Islands

Sei Whale (Balaenoptera borealis) adult, spouting, swimming at surface, Azores, June

Partially-submerged blue whale blowing through its blow hole

Blue whale model C016 / 6225
Blue whale (Balaenoptera musculus) model on display in the Mammal and Whale Gallery at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Blue whale model C016 / 6224
Blue whale (Balaenoptera musculus) model on display in the Mammal and Whale Gallery at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Blue Whale Hall
View of Blue Whale Hall, Mammal Gallery, Gallery 24, Life Galleries at The Natural History Museum, London

Balaenoptera musculus, blue whale and Balaenoptera physalus
Plate 43 from British Mammals Vol. 1 & 2 by Archibald Thorburn, 1920-21

The Blue Whale Annual Fundraising Ball

Blue whale exhibit
The Whale Hall, the Natural History Museum, London

The new Whale hall, 1938

Men in jaws of bowhead whale, 1934
In late 1934 this bowhead whale skeleton was hoisted into position in the new Whale Hall, where it still hangs today

Staff posing with blue whale model, 1938
Percy and Stuart Stammwitz were part of the team that built the famous 27m (90 ft) blue whale model, currently on display at the Natural History Museum, London. Photographed in January 1938

Balaenoptera musculus, blue whale
Blue whale (Balaenoptera musculus) skeleton on display in the Mammal and Whale Gallery (number 24), at the Natural History Museum, London

A pair of Falkland Steamer duck adults watch over their brood of chicks on New Island in the Falkland Islands

A striated Caracara or Johnny Rook as they are known by Falkland sheep farmers used to have a bounty on its head, and is now one of the most endangered birds of prey in the world

A Black-browed albatross sores around the largest colony of black-browed albatross in the world, located on Steeple Jason Island in the Falklands

Black-browed albatross sore over the largest colony of black-browed albatross in the world, located on Steeple Jason Island in the Falklands

A flock of Rockhopper penguins launch out of the surf together as they arrive at their colony on New Island in the Falkland Islands

A flock of Rockhopper penguins hop out of the surf together as they arrive at their colony on New Island in the Falkland Islands

A pair of magellanic penguins rest together on the beach after returning from feeding in the ocean

A group of Rockhopper penguins jump together into the surf from their rocky perch on New Island in the Falkland Islands

A flock of Rockhopper penguins launch out of the surf together into a kelp bed as they arrive at their colony on New Island in the Falkland Islands

A pair of Rockhopper penguins sit together on the rocks in their nesting colony on New Island in the Falkland Islands

gentoo penguin, Pygoscelis papua, jumping out of the water, Beaver Island, Falkland Islands, South Atlantic Ocean

gentoo penguin, Pygoscelis papua, parent with chick, Beaver Island, Falkland Islands, South Atlantic Ocean

gentoo penguins, Pygoscelis papua, on Beaver Island, Falkland Islands, South Atlantic Ocean

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"Balaenopteridae: Majestic Giants of the Ocean" Witness the awe-inspiring beauty of the balaenopteridae family as they grace our oceans with their presence. From the breathtaking humpback whale breaching near Hout Bay, South Africa, to the magnificent fin whale gliding gracefully near Pico Island, Azores, Portugal in May. Delve into the depths of wonder as you observe a colossal blue whale diving beneath the ocean surface in Sri Lanka's Indian Ocean. And don't miss out on heartwarming moments like a male calf relaxing with his mother and an escort whale in Vava'u, Tonga, South Pacific. Journey to Shetland, Scotland where a humpback whale reveals its majestic form just under the surface. Or marvel at two humpbacks breaching simultaneously off Puerto Lopez - a truly extraordinary sight. Venture underwater to witness a mesmerizing blue whale exploring Coronado Islands in Baja California or catch glimpses of Megaptera novaeangliae breaching and showcasing their acrobatic skills. Discover different perspectives with side views and aerial views capturing these gentle giants' grandeur from Mexico's Baja California coast to pygmy blue whales diving downwards - an enchanting subspecies within this remarkable family. The balaenopteridae family reminds us that we share our planet with incredible creatures who inspire us through their sheer size and elegance. Let them serve as ambassadors for marine conservation efforts worldwide so future generations can continue to be captivated by their magnificence.