Odontoceti Collection (#2)

Long-beaked common dolphins (Delphinus capensis) feeding in Sardines, (Sardinops sagax) with snorkeller behind, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Lone male Bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) in shallow water over seagrass. East End, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands. British West Indies. Caribbean Sea

Killer whale / Orca (Orcinus orca) beached whilst hunting Sea lion (Otaria flavescens) close to the shore, Punta Norte Nature Reserve, Peninsula Valdes, Patagonia, Argentina, Atlantic Ocean

Atlantic spotted dolphins, (Stenella frontalis), Formigas Islet dive site, Santa Maria Island, Azores, Portugal, Atlantic Ocean

Pacific white-sided dolphins (Lagenorhynchus obliquidens) underwater, Queen Charlotte Strait, British Columbia, Canada. September

Atlantic spotted dolphin (Stenella frontalis) juvenile, without spots, porposing, Tenerife, Canary Islands

Short-beaked common dolphin (Delphinus delphis) feeding on Snipe fish (Macroramphosus scolopax) Tenerife, Canary Islands

A Bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus), heavily scarred, possibly from shark attacks, on sand bank off Eleuthera, Bahamas

RF - Pod of Spinner dolphins (Stenella longirostris) cruise in formation over the sand of a lagoon while sleeping. Egypt. Red Sea (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Rough-toothed dolphins (Steno bredanensis) small group swimming at depth. Vavaau, Tonga
Rough-toothed dolphins (Steno bredanensis) small group swimming at depth. Vava u, Tonga, South Pacific

Pod of false killer whales (Pseudorca crassidens) swimming beneath the surface of the ocean. Indian Ocean, off Sri Lanka

Orca (Orcinus orca) pod hunting Sealion, tossing it out of the sea, Punta Norte, Valdez Peninsula, Argentina. April

Orca (Orcinus orca) hunting South American sealion (Otaria flavescens) close to shore. Punta Norte, Valdez Peninsula, Argentina. April

Sleeping sperm whale, (Physeter macrocephalus) Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean

Long-finned pilot whale (Globicephala melas) off Nova Scotia, Canada. October

Bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) underwater playing in the shallows off Eleuthera, Bahamas

Orca (Orcinus orca) surfacing, Shetland, Scotland, UK, August

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) aerial view. Baja California, Mexico

Short-finned pilot whale (Globicephala macrorhynchus) aerial view, Baja California, Mexico

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) hunting for herring fish (Clupea harengus), Andenes, Andoya island, North Atlantic Ocean, Norway, April

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) hunting inside herring baitball (Clupea harengus), Andenes, Andoya island, North Atlantic Ocean, Norway, April

Common dolphin (Delphinus delphis) close up of dolphin surfing at speed, Hebrides, Scotland, UK

Striped Dolphin (Stenella coeruleoalba) in the strait of Gibraltar, Spain

Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) mother and calf porpoising during annual Sardine run, Port St Johns, South Africa, June

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) adult male surfacing at dusk surrounded by birds, who watch for herrings (Clupea harengus) left after they have fed, Andenes, Andoya island, North Atlantic Ocean, Norway

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) with mouth open, Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean. Vulnerable species

Bottlenosed dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) porpoising during annual sardine run, Port St Johns, South Africa. June

Indo-Pacific humpback dolphins (Sousa chinensis) surfacing, Tai O, Lantau Island, Hong Kong, China

Long beaked common dolphin (Delphinus capensis) pod porpoising Baja California, Mexico

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) tail fluke above water during dive, Kaikoura, New Zealand, July, Vulnerable species

Common dolphins (Delphinus delphis) pair in mating ritual, Atlantic ocean, Portugal, July

RF - Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) porpoising, Chanonry Point, Moray Firth, Highlands, Scotland. August

Bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) porpoising, Moray Firth, Highlands, Scotland, UK. June

RF - Spinner dolphins (Stenella longirostris) pod swimming over a shallow sandy lagoon in a coral reef. Sataya Reef, Fury Shoal, Egypt. Red Sea

Common dolphin (Delphinus delphis) reflection as its swimming on the surface of the ocean, Eastern Pacific, March

Common dolphin (Delphinus delphis) surfacing, Atlantic ocean, Portugal, September

RF- Pod of Atlantic spotted dolphins (Stenella frontalis) over shallow sand bank accompanied by larger Bottlenosed dolphin (Tursiops truncatus). Sandy Ridge, Little Bahama Bank, Bahamas

RF- Bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) swimming in a spiral movement, Sandy Ridge, Little Bahama Bank. Bahamas

Orca whale (Orcinus orca) breaching. British Columbia, Canada, Pacific Ocean

Bottlenose Dolphin, Tursiops truncatus, side view

Spinner dolphins (Stenella longirostris) swimming close to surface with islands in background, Raja Ampat, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Pod of Spinner dolphins (Stenella longirostris) swimming close to the surface. Sataya Reef, Fury Shoal, Marsa Alam, Egypt. Red Sea

Bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops aduncus) mother baby swimming over a coral reef. Sha'ab El Erg, Hurghada, Egypt. Red Sea

Spinner dolphin (Stenella longirostris) engaged in spinning manoeuvre, Sri Lanka. Composite sequence of images

Two Orcas (Orcinus orca) swimming side by side at sea surface with snow-covered mountains in background, Vestfjord, Ofotfjord, and Tysfjord, Lofoten Islands, Norway, Norwegian Sea. November

Sequence of tail fluke of Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) diving. Dominica. Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean. Digital composite

Bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) swimming towards sea surface. Santa Catalina Island, Loreto Bay National Park, Sea of Cortez, Mexico. May

Sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) large group gathering together, rubbing together to shed skin, interacting and defecating. Indian Ocean, March

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"Discover the Fascinating World of Odontoceti: Masters of the Ocean" Odontoceti, a diverse group of marine mammals, includes some of the most awe-inspiring creatures that inhabit our oceans. Among them are the magnificent Killer Whales or Orcas (Orcinus orca), known for their intelligence and striking black and white coloration. In one captivating moment, we witness Mel, a male Killer Whale, launching an attack on a young South American sea lion. This display of hunting prowess showcases their formidable nature as apex predators. Traveling to Shetland, Scotland in April, we observe an entire pod of Orca whales surfacing together. Their synchronized movements create a mesmerizing spectacle against the backdrop of picturesque landscapes. Another remarkable sight unfolds as a pod of Killer Whales collaboratively hunts in a herring baitball. Witnessing their strategic teamwork is truly remarkable and highlights their exceptional hunting skills. Venturing into warmer waters, we encounter a playful pod of Indian Ocean bottlenose dolphins gracefully swimming over vibrant coral reefs. Their presence brings joy to both divers and marine enthusiasts alike. Delving deeper beneath the surface off Dominica's coast reveals three socializing Sperm whales. These gentle giants demonstrate their strong bonds while navigating the mysterious depths with grace and tranquility. Journeying to Ogasawara / Bonin Islands in Japan unveils an Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphin with its unique extended penis—a fascinating glimpse into their reproductive biology rarely seen by human eyes. The Three Kings Islands in New Zealand serve as home to Orcas/Killer Whales roaming freely through open waters. Observing these majestic creatures thriving within their natural habitat is nothing short of breathtaking. A magical moment occurs when a Sperm whale dives below a rainbow while showcasing its massive tail fluke above water—an enchanting scene symbolizing harmony between land and sea.