• The direct sun caused the water to sparkle & be kind of purple on the whale. I'm not sure if it is also some kind of chromatic aberration of the lens.

Humpback Whale Breach 103

Newer Older

USA, Alaska, Frederick Sound, Humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) breaching

I post my images for the enjoyment of the Flickr community, but please do not use my images in any way without my permission. Please respect my copyright.

You can read more about this image on MY PHOTOGRAPHY BLOG. You can also be my friend on Facebook or follow me on Twitter.

View 20 more comments

  1. john triemstra photography 20 months ago | reply

    I've never experienced this in person, but it must be amazing to see such a large creature putting on such a display. Great great shot!

  2. Sandy MacLennan 9 months ago | reply

    Wondrous capture!!!!!

  3. adamtalias 3 months ago | reply

    Wow, amazing !

keyboard shortcuts: previous photo next photo L view in light box F favorite < scroll film strip left > scroll film strip right ? show all shortcuts