California Grey Whale - Close-up of head, showing the baleen plates hanging from the upper part of the mouth. The very white skin on this individual is unusual. Gray whale skin is dark gray
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California Grey Whale - Close-up of head, showing the baleen plates hanging from the upper part of the mouth. The very white skin on this individual is unusual. Gray whale skin is dark gray
FG-5352
California Grey Whale - Close-up of head, showing the baleen plates hanging from the upper part of the mouth
San Ignacio Lagoon, Baja California South, Mexico.
Eschrichtius robustus
The very white skin on this individual is unusual. Grey whale skin is dark grey. San Ignacio Lagoon, Baja California South, Mexico.
Francois Gohier
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Anatomy Baleen Baleen Whales Central America Central American Filter Feeding Mexico Mouths Oceans Pacific Ocean Whale Whales Marine Mammal Marine Mammals
Who's got the whitest skin of them all? This California Grey Whale takes the crown!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photo print, FG-5352 steals the spotlight with its unusually bright and white skin. While most Gray Whales flaunt a dark gray complexion, this individual stands out from the crowd with its unique coloration. Shot in San Ignacio Lagoon, Baja California South, Mexico by talented photographer Francois Gohier, this close-up captures every intricate detail. The focus is on FG-5352's magnificent head, showcasing the fascinating baleen plates hanging gracefully from its upper mouth. These impressive structures are essential for filter feeding – an incredible technique used by baleen whales to feast on their favorite delicacies in the ocean depths. As we admire this rare sight of nature's beauty, it serves as a reminder of how precious these endangered creatures truly are. With their gentle presence and majestic appearance, grey whales have captured our hearts and sparked our curiosity about marine life. So dive into the mesmerizing world beneath the waves with FG-5352! Let your imagination swim alongside this remarkable mammal as it navigates through tropical waters off Mexico's coast. The Pacific Ocean holds countless wonders waiting to be discovered – and who knows what other surprises await us under its azure surface?
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