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Humpback Whale Breaching

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Scientists aren't sure why whales breach. Some say it's to clean off parasites. Others say it's just for fun.
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Photo of the Day: Breached Whale

Watch a humpback whale burst through the surface of an Alaska bay.

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Evolution of Whales

A new fossil find sheds light on how whales evolved. Find out more in this feature.

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Strap yourself to a blue whale or ride along on a grizzly bear in these amazing Crittercam missions.

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Hunting the Minke

Whaling nations are seeking to suspend a commercial whaling ban. Wade into the debate in this multimedia feature.

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