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Welcome to the collection of images dedicated to majestic whales — the largest mammals on the planet! If you want to get acquainted with this amazing inhabitant of the seas, here you will find high-quality photos of whales that you can use completely free of charge.

Whales are marine animals from the order Cetacea, which includes the largest representatives of the animal kingdom. They have massive, streamlined bodies adapted for life in the aquatic environment. Depending on the species, whales range in size from a few meters in length to over 30 meters and weigh hundreds of tons.

Most often in the photos, you can see various representatives of this group — from large blue whales and humpback whales to belugas and sperm whales. Some species are known for their distinctive blowholes, which produce expressive spouts rising above the water surface when exhaling through their nostrils, as well as characteristic behaviors such as breaching and tail slapping.

Whales inhabit a wide variety of seas and oceans, often migrating between feeding and breeding grounds. The marine environment around whales can include open ocean waters, coastal zones, and sometimes icy Arctic or Antarctic waters. Their presence in these ecosystems plays an important role in maintaining the marine balance.

Ecological features of whales include breathing through blowholes, surfacing periodically for air, and unique echolocation and communication sound systems. Depending on the season and region, they may be accompanied by various marine species — from schools of fish and squids to seabirds and bony plankton that are part of their diet.

Use our collection of whale images to better understand these amazing animals and see their natural habitats — from open waters with deep bays and island chains, to sleeping and feeding individuals in calm coastal waters worldwide.

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Close-up of an orange whale emerging from the underwater environment with bubbles
Orange Whale in the Ocean Depths