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Whale reverse breaching.

During whale watching season in Hawaii, my camera happened to be pointed in the right direction as the whale did a reverse breach and slammed its tail into the water. The splash was so powerful and it was amazing to witness and photograph.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 03.2024
Date Uploaded: 12.2024
Photo Location: Hawaii, United States of America
Camera: NIKON D7500
Copyright: © Ashley Lee