Baleen Whales Collection (#3)

Mother and calf humpback whales swim just under the surface of the Caribbean Sea
Mother and calf humpback whales (Megaptera novaengliae) swim just under the surface of the Caribbean Sea. Atlantic Humpbacks migrate from northern feeding grounds to the Caribbean each winter to

Humpback whales swim together on their migration route
Several humpback whales swim together on their migration route to Alaskan waters

A humpback whale calf swims around its mother in the ocean
A humpback whale calf swims around its mother in a graceful ocean dance

A pod of killer whales swim along a reef looking for fish prey

Two Humpback whales swim near the ocean surface
Two humpback whales swim near the ocean surface in the light rays from the sun

Several seals try to escape from a pod of killer whales that are hunting them in shallow ocean waters

Two humpback whales come to the surface of ocean waters to breath

A diver encounters two humpback whales in the ocean

Two humpback whales over a reef in shallow ocean waters
Two humpback whales rest and sleep over a reef in shallow ocean waters

A school of Pennant fish swim by two Humpback whales near a coral reef

A pod of killer whales swimming together
A pod of killer whales swim together through light rays from the sky above

Whales burst from the ocean in a great splash of water
A female Orca whale traveling with a bull whale bursts from the ocean in a great splash of water

Two killer whales swim near an iceberg in the Arctic Ocean

A female Humpback whale with her calf swimming together
Deep ocean waters find a Humpback whale mother cow with her calf swimming together

A school of Redtail Butterflyfish watch a group of humpback whales
A school of Redtail Butterflyfish watch as a herd of Humpback whales dive from the ocean surface

A humpback whale slaps its tail on the surface of the Atlantic Ocean
A humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) slaps its massive tail on the surface of the Atlantic Ocean. Why these huge whales, which reach lengths of over 50 feet, perform such behavior is not known

Humpback mother and calf swim near the surface

Two humpback whales swim together in beautiful ocean waters

Mother and calf humpback whales swimming just under the surface
Mother and calf humpback whales (Megaptera novaengliae) swimming just under the surface of the Caribbean Sea. Atlantic Humpbacks migrate from northern feeding grounds to the Caribbean each winter to

A humpback whale surfaces to breathe
A humpback whale (Megaptera novaengliae) surfaces to breathe in the Caribbean Sea. Atlantic Humpbacks migrate from northern feeding grounds to the Caribbean each winter to breed and give birth

A humpback whale in the Caribbean Sea
A humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) swims above the seafloor in the Caribbean Sea. Humpbacks migrate to the Caribbean each winter to breed and give birth

A family of killer whales search together for their next meal

A mother humpback whale swims with her baby calf through sunlit ocean shallows

A humpback whale begins to breach out of the Atlantic Ocean
A humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) spy hops out of the Atlantic Ocean. Why these huge whales breach, which reach lengths of over 50 feet, is not known

A humpback whale dives into the blue ocean

Two killer whales swim around submerged icebergs

A humpback whale surfaces to breathe in the Caribbean Sea
A humpback whale (Megaptera novaengliae) surfaces to breathe in the Caribbean Sea. Atlantic Humpbacks migrate from northern feeding grounds to the Caribbean each winter to breed and give birth

A mother sperm whale escorts her calf along an ocean reef

Two humpback whales frolic in the rays of light from the sun

Three humpback whales swim together in the vast open ocean

Humpback whale mother and calf swim over a colorful coral reef

A diver swims with a group of Humpback Whales and tuna
A diver swims with a pod of Humpback Whales as three tuna cruise by

A humpback whale and her calf in the Caribbean Sea
A humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) and her calf swim above the seafloor in the Caribbean Sea. Humpbacks migrate to the Caribbean each winter to breed and give birth

Two sperm whales near the surface of the ocean

A mother humpback whale is escorted by another whale and her baby calf

A female bowhead whale swims with her calf through ocean waters
A female bowhead whale swims with her calf on their migration route through ocean waters

Humpback whales swim in the clear waters of the Caribbean Sea
Humpback whales (Megaptera novaengliae) swim in the clear waters of the Caribbean Sea. Atlantic Humpbacks migrate from northern feeding grounds to the Caribbean each winter to breed and give birth

Three male killer whales swim over ancient fossil beds

A pod of sperm whales swimming together

Two killer whales swim into an ocean inlet looking for fish or seal prey

A group of humpback whales swim in ocean shallows

Three blue whales move through their protected territory

Humpback whale illustration, white background

A mother and calf humpback whale rise to the surface in crystal clear tropical ocean waters

A humpback mother whale escorts her calf in the shallows of the ocean

A humpback whale swimming just under the surface of the Caribbean Sea
A humpback whale (Megaptera novaengliae) swimming just under the surface of the Caribbean Sea. Atlantic Humpbacks migrate from northern feeding grounds to the Caribbean each winter to breed

A female humpback whale swims with her calf through ocean waters
A female humpback whale swims with her calf on their migration route through ocean waters

A humpback whale raises its tail as it dives into the Atlantic Ocean
A humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) raises its massive tail as it dives into the Atlantic Ocean. These huge whales can reach lengths of over 50 feet

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Baleen Whales: Majestic Giants of the Ocean Witness the awe-inspiring beauty and grace as they navigate the vast oceans. A sperm whale family glides through the deep blue waters, their synchronized movements a testament to their strong bonds. In a breathtaking display, a Southern Right Whale breaches out of the water, its massive body soaring into the air before crashing back down with an elegant splash. The sun sets in Southeast Alaska, casting a golden glow on a Humpback whale as it gracefully swims against the backdrop of nature's masterpiece. Another Humpback whale delights onlookers by breaching high above Inside Passage in Southeast Alaska. Its powerful leap leaves spectators in awe, capturing hearts with its sheer strength and agility. A Blue Whale engulfs mouthfuls of krill in San Diego, California. Its pleats expand as it feeds, showcasing nature's ingenious design for efficient feeding. In Mexico's Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez), another Blue Whale surfaces near boats, revealing its magnificent presence to fortunate observers. Off Fraser Island's coast at Hervey Bay Marine Park in Queensland, Australia, a female Humpback whale breaches proudly amidst sparkling waves, and is an extraordinary sight that epitomizes both power and grace. The wonders continue as even baby Blue Whales join in on breaching activities within Mexico's Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez). These playful calves bring joy to all who witness their exuberant leaps into the air. Megaptera novaeangliae showcases its acrobatic skills by breaching repeatedly while exploring new territories. Whether seen from afar or up close from a side view perspective - these moments are truly unforgettable encounters with these gentle giants. California gray whales also captivate attention with their unique features; colonies of barnacles cling onto their heads alongside Cyamid crustaceans known as "whale lice. " This symbiotic relationship is a fascinating example of the interconnectedness of marine life.