22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Mommy and Me
In the winter, the Polynesian islands are full of migrating humpback whales, coming to breed and raise their babies. This mom and calf were extra curious, circling again and again to say hello to the camera.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 09.2024 |
| Date Uploaded: | 12.2024 |
| Photo Location: | French Polynesia |
| Camera: | Canon EOS R5 |
| Copyright: | © Brittany Ilardi |