Humpback whale with one of its long pectoral fins raised aloft out of the water, swimming on its side (laterally) as it does so. Maui, Hawaii, USA
Image: 01470
Species: Megaptera novaeangliae
Common name: Humpback whale
Location: Maui, Hawaii, USA
Lat/Long: N 020° 46' 22.00", W 156° 45' 45.00" (Coordinates: 20.77278°, -156.76250°)
Format: Film 2:3
Other Names: humpbacked whale, hump back whale
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