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Mother and calf humpback whales migrating along the Australian coast

A aerial image of a southern right whale and her little baby whale.

fin whale (Balaenoptera physalus) in the surface and in the background a huge cargo ship

A top view shot of a Humpback whale in the ocean

Southern right whale, an example of the Antarctic ecosystem submerging in the Beagle Channel. Patagonia, Tierra del Fuego, Argentina.

As seen from above, a humpback whale blows a spout of water as it breathes in the waters of the Antarctic Peninsula.

Whale Watching from a boat in Husavik, northern Iceland

Pair of migrating Humpback Whales, New South Wales, Australia near Byron Bay, New South Wales, Australia

Two whales swim in False Bay near Cape Town, South Africa

Dolphins frolic in the pacific alongside a migrating grey whale in winter.

The fish Steindachneridion parahybae of the Paraíba do Sul River in Guararema interior of São Paulo

A group of friends enjoying a weekend away together in Torridon, Scotland, they are on a tourboat, enjoying an excursion out at sea. There is a dolphin swimming alongside the boat and a couple of them are taking a photograph of it with their mobile phones.

Humpback Whale Splashing Into Water or Breaching on a Clear Day in Banderas Bay near Puerto Vallarta Mexico in the Pacific Ocean

The Southern Right Whales migrate to the coastal waters of South Africa, especially along the Western Cape Province, to calf and breed during the winter months (June to October).

Humpback whales in San Francisco Bay viewed from the Golden Gate Bridge

$The Southern Right Whale, Eubalaena australis, stands as one of the most majestic and enigmatic creatures of the Southern Hemisphere. These gentle giants, easily recognizable by their robust bodies, callosities on their heads, and distinctive V-shaped blow, inhabit the frigid waters of the Southern Ocean.\n\nSouthern Right Whales undertake incredible migratory journeys, traveling from the nutrient-rich feeding grounds of Antarctica to the warmer coastal waters of Argentina, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand, where they give birth and nurture their young. These migratory patterns are vital for their lifecycle, as the warm waters provide a safe haven for calves in their early months.\n\nDespite their immense size, reaching up to 17 meters and weighing up to 80 tons, Southern Right Whales are known for their acrobatic displays, often seen breaching, lobtailing, and engaging in complex social behaviors. Their slow, graceful movements and surface-level feeding habits make them a favorite among whale watchers and researchers alike.\n\nHowever, the Southern Right Whale's history is marred by a legacy of extensive hunting during the 19th and early 20th centuries, which brought them to the brink of extinction. Today, thanks to international protection efforts, their populations are gradually recovering, yet they remain vulnerable to threats such as entanglement in fishing gear, ship strikes, and climate change impacts on their habitat.\n\nStudying the Southern Right Whale provides critical insights into marine ecology, conservation strategies, and the broader health of ocean ecosystems. These magnificent cetaceans symbolize both the resilience of wildlife and the ongoing need for vigilant conservation efforts to ensure their continued recovery and survival.$

caravelas, bahia / brazil - august 1, 2010: fins of junbarte whales are seen during a tour to spot animals in the city of caravelas.

Aerial view of group of grey whales eschrichtius robustus, Baja California Mexico

Blue whale showing the tip of its tail while diving into the Indian Ocean south of Sri Lanka on its way to Antarctica

A mother and baby Southern Right whale swimming in the bay near Cape Town South Africa

A Humpback leaps out of the water in Monterey, surrounded by birds.

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