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Unbelievable Encounters: Frozen Humpback Whales and Tail Sailing

Originally Published 2 years ago — by IFLScience

A video captured the rare phenomenon of a humpback whale engaging in "tail sailing," where its tail is perfectly poised above the water's surface. This behavior, observed in female whales with calves, could be a way for mothers to rest while their calves swim nearby. It is also possible that the whale is cooling down, as the tail contains high levels of blood vessels that could benefit from evaporative cooling. The exact reasons for tail sailing are not fully understood by scientists.

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Frozen Encounter: Man Captures Incredible Video of Whale in Suspended Animation

Originally Published 2 years ago — by ScienceAlert

An Australian TikTok celebrity, Brodie Moss, captured a rare and mesmerizing sight of a humpback whale engaging in a behavior known as "tail sailing." While paddling in a transparent kayak, Moss encountered a humpback whale with its tail sticking out of the water, seemingly frozen in place. He observed a baby whale swimming around the tail, and the two whales could be heard singing to each other. This behavior, occasionally witnessed by observers, has puzzled scientists for decades. Moss hopes his footage will contribute to a better understanding of this intriguing behavior.

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