21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Humpback Whales' Tails

The whales were in a group consisting of adults and calves and they were enjoying themselves while feeding/socializing. They were very curious and came quite close to the whale-watching boats in the area.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 08.2023
Date Uploaded: 11.2023
Photo Location: Massachusetts, United States of America
Camera: Canon EOS 7D
Copyright: © Amanda Philpot