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NOAA Photo Library Image - anim0926

Humpback whale flukes - used to identify individuals of this species. The linear pattern on the flukes is possibly caused as a result of killer whale chasing and attacks.

Image ID: anim0926, NOAA's Ark - Animals Collection


Category: Great Whales/

• High Resolution Photo Available




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