Kauai Whale Watching Tours :: Humpback Whale Behaviors
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| About Na Pali Riders Kauai Whale Watching Tours... We strive to create unforgettable Kauai whale watching experiences on all of our Zodiac® raft tours. The Humpback whale makes this possible with its characteristic, acrobatic
performances that have made it the most entertaining of all whale species to watch in the wild.
This photo collection of Humpback whale behaviors is merely a glimpse at the delightful personality and intelligent mind of the Humpback whale.
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BlowAdult Humpback whales take a breath every 10-15 minutes, but may remain under water for as long as 45 minutes. Calves must breathe every 3-5 minutes. |
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Spy HopThe Humpback whale vertically pops its head out of the water. It is believed that this behavior allows the whale to view activity above the surface of the water. |
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Tail SlapThe Humpback whale uses its tail flukes to repeatedly slap the surface of the water. The slapping is repetitive and may be signaling a warning to other whales. |
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Pectoral Fin SlapThe Humpback whale uses its pectoral fins to slap the water's surface. The Humpback whale may use one or both of its fins for this behavior. |
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Head LungeThe Humpback whale performs this competitive behavior, where it lunges its massive head forward as it is raised above the water's surface. |
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Peduncle SlapThe Humpback whale raises its tail high out of the water and slaps its peduncle against the surface. |
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Fluke Up DiveThe Humpback whale dives deep under water causing the tail to first form an upward arch, then slowly descend vertically underwater. |
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BreachThe Humpback whale uses its tail to push its entire body out of the water into midair, then comes crashing down on the water with huge splash. |
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