Tail Slap (Lobtailing) it's when a Humpback whale lifts its tail clear of the water and slaps it on the water surface. To do this the whale usually hangs vertically in the water with just its tail above the surface, it then uses its muscular tail to beat the water, whereas Dolphins tend to remain horizontal to the water surface. Tail slapping may be to communicate with other whales nearby, scare prey, defence or display. Video by @regisunday . . #PelagicSafari #HumpbackWhales #Oceans #TailSlap #
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An impressive sight, lobtailing is the slap of the surface of the water with the fluke (tail fin), with Humpback Whales know to frequently lobtail repeatedly for several minutes at a time. Why they do this is speculated to be for reasons such as; to impress a potential mate, as part of lobtail feeding or for intimidation. Footage from last years #PhillipIsland whale season. Join us this whale season with cruises starting June 12th. | Wildlife Coast Cruises
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Four Humpbacks having a whale of a time off the East Coast of South Africa. Humpback whale tail slapping is also known as lobtailing. By striking the water with the tail, the whale communicates with the rest of the pod. Youngsters often imitate the lobtailing of adults in a playful manner. | Adesh Singh Wildlife Photography
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Why Do Whales Slap Their Tails? – North American Nature
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Humpback whales tail slap, or lobtail, by forcefully striking their flukes on the water’s surface! 💥 Why do they do this? Here’s just three good reasons: 1. Parasite Removal: Tail slapping helps humpback whales dislodge pesky parasites like barnacles or whale lice from their skin. The powerful impact against the water creates vibrations and force that can shake off these hitchhikers, keeping the whale’s skin cleaner and healthier. 2. Communication Signal: Lobtailing serves as a loud, long-range
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