"Groundbreaking Photos: First-Ever Documentation of Male Humpback Whale Mating"

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"Groundbreaking Photos: First-Ever Documentation of Male Humpback Whale Mating"
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Photographers captured the first-ever footage of two male humpback whales engaging in sexual activity off the coast of Maui, Hawaii, challenging preconceived notions about humpback whale behavior. The discovery sheds light on same-sex sexual behavior in animals and raises questions about the frequency of such encounters. Researchers are eager to expand observations of humpback whale copulation to better understand their sexual behavior and social dynamics. However, concerns have been raised about the health and well-being of one of the whales involved, suggesting the possibility of non-consensual interaction.

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