Canadian Geographic Photo Club - Misty Giants
  

Misty Giants

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by jmatechuk from Cochrane CA on 13 Oct 2024
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These ethereal images showcase humpback whales surfacing in a fog-covered sea, their powerful spouts cutting through the misty air. The first image captures the iconic double blow of two whales exhaling, while subsequent shots focus on their gentle descent back into the water, with a fluke elegantly slipping beneath the surface. The soft, monochromatic tones of the fog blend with the calm ocean, creating a dreamlike atmosphere that emphasizes the grandeur and serenity of these gentle giants. The fog shrouds much of the landscape, making the whales' presence even more striking against the muted backdrop. The stillness of the scene contrasts with the dynamic life force of the whales as they move through their watery domain. This series of images beautifully captures the peaceful coexistence of whales and their misty, coastal habitat, offering a sense of awe and quiet reverence for the natural world.

  • Camera: Canon EOS R3
  • Focal: 270 mm
  • Shutter speed: 0.000625 sec
  • Aperture: f/ 5.6
tagged: sea mammals ocean life whales humpback whale lunge feeding baleen great bear rainforest breach animal behaviour diving tail fluke mammal sea_life outdoors nature water

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