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Breach Collection (#8)

"Breach: Nature's Spectacular Display of Power and Grace" Witness the awe-inspiring moment as a killer whale breaches, soaring gracefully above the water's surface

Background imageBreach Collection: Anthony Pierce / SpecialistStock

Anthony Pierce / SpecialistStock
Mature-adult Central American Spinner Dolphin, Stenella longirostris centroamericana, spinning, Costa Rica, Pacific Ocean

Background imageBreach Collection: Adult Pacific Humpback Whale, Megaptera novaeangliae, breaching in Cross Sound, Southeast Alaska

Adult Pacific Humpback Whale, Megaptera novaeangliae, breaching in Cross Sound, Southeast Alaska
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

Background imageBreach Collection: Humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) breaching at sunset near the Gorda Banks in the Gulf of

Humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) breaching at sunset near the Gorda Banks in the Gulf of California
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

Background imageBreach Collection: Three adult Bottlenose Dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) breaching together

Three adult Bottlenose Dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) breaching together, socialising in the Moray Firth, Scotland
Charlie Phillips / SplashdownDirect

Background imageBreach Collection: Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) breaches sideways on a very backlit morning, Moray Firth

Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) breaches sideways on a very backlit morning, Moray Firth, Scotland
Charlie Phillips / SplashdownDirect

Background imageBreach Collection: A young Bottlenose Dolphin calf (Tursiops truncatus) lands backwards after breaching from

A young Bottlenose Dolphin calf (Tursiops truncatus) lands backwards after breaching from the Moray Firth, Scotland
Charlie Phillips / SplashdownDirect

Background imageBreach Collection: 3 young Bottlenose Dolphin calves (Tursiops truncatus) having fun together. Moray Firth, Scotland

3 young Bottlenose Dolphin calves (Tursiops truncatus) having fun together. Moray Firth, Scotland
Charlie Phillips / SplashdownDirect

Background imageBreach Collection: The Breach at Alkborough on the Humber Estuary in Eastern England

The Breach at Alkborough on the Humber Estuary in Eastern England. As sea levels rise around the world many areas of
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Background imageBreach Collection: Happisburgh on the Norfolk Coast. This section of caost is the fastest eroding point in the uK

Happisburgh on the Norfolk Coast. This section of caost is the fastest eroding point in the uK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Background imageBreach Collection: The lifeboat launching ramp destroyed at Happisburgh on the Norfolk Coast

The lifeboat launching ramp destroyed at Happisburgh on the Norfolk Coast
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Background imageBreach Collection: Waves crashing against the sea defences at Happisburgh on the Norfolk Coast

Waves crashing against the sea defences at Happisburgh on the Norfolk Coast
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Background imageBreach Collection: Humpback whale, spyhoping, and photographers, Megaptera novaeangliae, North Pacific Ocean

Humpback whale, spyhoping, and photographers, Megaptera novaeangliae, North Pacific Ocean
Andre Seale / SpecialistStock

Background imageBreach Collection: Whale watchers with California Gray Whale (Eschrichtius robustus)

Whale watchers with California Gray Whale (Eschrichtius robustus) calf in San Ignacio Lagoon on the Pacific side of
Michael Nolan / SpecialistStock

Background imageBreach Collection: Three adult Bottlenose Dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) breaching together

Three adult Bottlenose Dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) breaching together, socialising in the Moray Firth, Scotland
Charlie Phillips / SplashdownDirect

Background imageBreach Collection: Two Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) breaching together in the Moray Firth, Scotland

Two Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) breaching together in the Moray Firth, Scotland
Charlie Phillips / SplashdownDirect

Background imageBreach Collection: Dolphin watchers being eye balled by two leaping bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus truncatus)

Dolphin watchers being eye balled by two leaping bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus truncatus) at Chanonry Point
Charlie Phillips / SplashdownDirect

Background imageBreach Collection: Adult Southern Right Whale (Eubalaena australis) breaching in Golfo Nuevo, Patagonia, Argentina

Adult Southern Right Whale (Eubalaena australis) breaching in Golfo Nuevo, Patagonia, Argentina
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

Background imageBreach Collection: Humpback Whale calf (Megaptera novaeangliae) breaching in Chatham Strait, Southeast Alaska, USA

Humpback Whale calf (Megaptera novaeangliae) breaching in Chatham Strait, Southeast Alaska, USA
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

Background imageBreach Collection: Sub-adult Humpback Whale, Megaptera novaeangliae, breaching in northern Gulf of California, Mexico

Sub-adult Humpback Whale, Megaptera novaeangliae, breaching in northern Gulf of California, Mexico
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

Background imageBreach Collection: Adult gray whale breaching in San Ignacio Lagoon, Baja, Mexico

Adult gray whale breaching in San Ignacio Lagoon, Baja, Mexico
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

Background imageBreach Collection: The Photographer / SplashdownDirect

The Photographer / SplashdownDirect




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"Breach: Nature's Spectacular Display of Power and Grace" Witness the awe-inspiring moment as a killer whale breaches, soaring gracefully above the water's surface. Its sleek body glistens in the sunlight, showcasing its immense power and agility. ML522 captures this breathtaking scene, reminding us of nature's wonders. In the Pacific Northwest, another killer whale breaks through the waves with sheer force. The ml96p sighting leaves us mesmerized by the raw strength displayed by these majestic creatures. The calm waters of Lynn Canal in Alaska's Inside Passage become a stage for a humpback whale to leap from its depths. Against the backdrop of Herbert Glacier and snow-capped mountains, Tongass National Forest bears witness to this extraordinary breach. Spyhopping orca killer whales near San Juan Island in Washington State captivate our attention. Their curious gaze meets ours as they momentarily emerge from beneath the ocean's surface, leaving us amazed at their intelligence and beauty. As twilight descends upon Roatan in Honduras, two adult common bottlenose dolphins silhouette against a vibrant sunset sky while leaping joyfully into the air. A magical sight that fills our hearts with wonder and delight. Bahia de Banderas in Nayarit State, Mexico becomes an enchanting birthing area for humpback whales during summer months. Here we witness courting rituals and breathtaking breaches that mark their journey along California's coast - truly a spectacle not to be missed (DA 818). Southeast Alaska reveals yet another close encounter with a humpback whale breaching amidst Fairweather Range during summertime. This intimate moment allows us to appreciate their grandeur up-close while being surrounded by stunning natural landscapes. But it is not only marine mammals who breach; even walruses join forces when needed most. "Once More into the Breach" showcases how these magnificent creatures come together for rescue missions – proof that unity can overcome any challenge.