Humpback Whale Bubble Display, Megaptera novaeangliae, #04432

Primary escort male humpback whale bubble streaming during competitive group socializing.  This primary escort is swimming behind a female. The bubble curtain may be a form of intimidation towards other male escorts that are interested in the female. Maui, Hawaii, USA, Megaptera novaeangliae, natural history stock photograph, photo id 04432
Primary escort male humpback whale bubble streaming during competitive group socializing. This primary escort is swimming behind a female. The bubble curtain may be a form of intimidation towards other male escorts that are interested in the female. Maui, Hawaii, USA

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Species: Humpback whale, Megaptera novaeangliae
Location: Maui, Hawaii
Image ID: 04432
Format: Digital 2:3
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