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A Strange and Beautiful Dance

Posted on August 10, 2011 by

Humpback whales are largely solitary creatures, spending the majority of their lives by themselves or with their young. Each summer they make the 3,000+ mile trek to Alaska in order to eat incredible amounts of food before heading back to … Continue reading →

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A Whale of a Good Time

Posted on July 20, 2011 by

Scientists do not know why these massive 40 ton creatures breech clear out of the water. Some believe it is a method of communication, others a way to stir up food or catch a glimpse of life above water. However, … Continue reading →

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