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Minke whale in Antarctic waters

Minke whale in Antarctic waters.

Many whale species depend on Antarctic ecosystems for summer feeding and migrate to warmer, lower latitudes for winter breeding. But Antarctic minke whales are resident all year round.

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Rights: Dr Huw Griffiths
Published: 19 January 2021Size: 58.1 KB
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