Humpback Whale Collection (#28)

Humpback whale - Mother and calf resting near the surface. Vava'u, Tonga, South Pacific
FG-ea-946 Humpback whale - Mother and calf resting near the surface Vava'u, Tonga, South Pacific Megaptera novaeangliae Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal display purposes

Humpback whale - Mother, calf, and "escort" (the third whale visible in background)
FG-ea-943 Humpback whale - Mother, calf, and "escort" (the third whale visible in background). Note remoras hitching a ride under the mother

Humpback whale - mother and calf A third whale is visible in the background; it is an "escort"
FG-ea-942 Humpback whale - mother and calf Vava'u, Tonga, South Pacific Megaptera novaeangliae A third whale is visible in the background; it is an "escort"

Humpback whale - Adult male. Silhouette of a mother and calf barely visible at top of image
FG-ea-937 Humpback whale - Adult male. Silhouette of a mother and calf barely visible at top of image. Vava'u, Tonga, South Pacific Megaptera novaeangliae Francois Gohier Please note that prints

Humpback whale - adult Vava'u, Tonga, South Pacific
FG-ea-936 Humpback whale - adult Vava'u, Tonga, South Pacific Megaptera novaeangliae Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Humpback whale - mother and calf Vava'u, Tonga, South Pacific
FG-ea-933 Humpback whale - mother and calf Vava'u, Tonga, South Pacific Megaptera novaeangliae Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Humpback whale - Calf, diving Vava'u, Tonga, South Pacific
FG-ea-932 Humpback whale - Calf, diving Vava'u, Tonga, South Pacific Megaptera novaeangliae Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Humpback whale - Calf diving to join its mother (visible in the lower left corner). Vava'u, Tonga, South Pacific
FG-ea-931 Humpback whale - Calf diving to join its mother (visible in the lower left corner). Vava'u, Tonga, South Pacific Megaptera novaeangliae Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for

Humpback whale - Calf, rolling and diving after breathing at the surface Vava'u, Tonga, South Pacific
FG-ea-930 Humpback whale - Calf, rolling and diving after breathing at the surface Vava'u, Tonga, South Pacific Megaptera novaeangliae Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal

Humpback whale - Southern Hemisphere Humpbacks have more white on their belly
FG-ea-929 Humpback whale - Southern Hemisphere Humpbacks have more white on their belly and sides than their Northern Hemisphere counterparts

Humpback whale - adult Southern Hemisphere Humpbacks have more white on their belly
FG-ea-928 Humpback whale - adult Vava'u, Tonga, South Pacific Megaptera novaeangliae Southern Hemisphere Humpbacks have more white on their belly

Humpback whale - Breaching Vava'u, Tonga, South Pacific
FG-ea-927 Humpback whale - Breaching Vava'u, Tonga, South Pacific Megaptera novaeangliae Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Humpback Whale - tail throw (flinging the tail and flukes sideways out of the water)
FG-AY-253 HUMPBACK WHALE - tail lobbing Icy Strait, Southeast Alaska, USA Megaptera novaeangliae Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Humpback whale - falling back into the sea at the end of a breach. Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary, New England
FG-7594 Humpback whale - falling back into the sea at the end of a breach. Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary, New England, USA Megaptera novaeangliae Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for

Humpback whale - mother and calf Vava'u, Tonga, South Pacific
FG-ea-940 Humpback whale - mother and calf Vava'u, Tonga, South Pacific Megaptera novaeangliae Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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A majestic sight unfolds as a humpback whale leaps from the calm waters of Lynn Canal in Alaska's Inside Passage, near Juneau. The Herbert Glacier and snowcapped mountains of the Coastal Range provide a breathtaking backdrop to this incredible display of nature's beauty. This particular humpback whale, known scientifically as Megaptera novaengliae, showcases its immense power and grace as it breaches the surface. In another part of the world, off the coast of Vava'u in Tonga's South Pacific, a male calf finds solace with his mother and an escort whale. These gentle giants create a serene scene amidst turquoise waters, reminding us of their strong family bonds. Even in far-flung locations like Shetland, Scotland and Puerto Lopez, two humpback whales breach simultaneously with synchronized precision. Their acrobatic displays leave onlookers in awe while highlighting their playful nature. The side view captures the sheer size and magnificence of these creatures - Megaptera novaeangliae - as they glide just beneath the surface off Shetland. In Hout Bay, South Africa, one can witness yet another breathtaking moment when a humpback whale breaches against a picturesque coastal landscape. Closer to home in Alaska's Inside Passage again but with an unexpected twist – a humpback whale dives alongside Disney Cruise Line ship creating unforgettable memories for all onboard. Not only do these magnificent creatures captivate us on their own but also share moments with other beings; surfers find themselves sharing waves with a humpback whale that gracefully swims nearby without disturbing them. From aerial views capturing female whales swimming alongside their calves to encounters around the globe showcasing their unique behaviors – breaching or diving – each sighting reminds us why we must cherish and protect these incredible creatures that roam our oceans: The Humpback Whales (Megaptera novaeangliae).