Rare albino humpback whale discovered in Tonga
In an astonishing discovery, divers in the waters of Vava’u, Tonga, recently encountered a pair of humpback whales, one of which was a rare albino. This special moment was captured on video and quickly spread on social networks, attracting marine life enthusiasts around the world.
Simon Lorenz, who runs Insider Divers, shared that he spotted a white object floating on the water while resting on the beach. Curious, the diving group decided to investigate further. When they got closer, they were extremely surprised to see a pure white albino humpback whale lying next to its mother.
“I have never experienced anything like this in all my years working in the diving industry,” Lorenz told Storyful. “Seeing an albino humpback whale was a truly unique experience. We were able to clearly observe the whale’s features, which is usually difficult with regular whales.”
Although humpback whales can live up to 90 years, Lorenz noted that adult albino humpback whales are “very rare”. Their bright colors make them easier to detect by predators, reducing their chances of survival.
The discovery of albino humpback whales in Tonga is a testament to the diversity and wonder of the ocean. It also serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of protecting our marine environment and the creatures that live there, many of which are facing increasing threats increase.
Humpback whale A large whale, it ranges in length from 12.5–16.5 meters and weighs about 30–50 tons. Humpback whales have a distinctive body shape, unusually long pectoral fins and a knobby head. It is an acrobatic animal, often rising to the surface of the water. Found in oceans and seas worldwide, humpback whales often migrate up to 25,000 kilometers each year. Humpback whales feed only in the polar regions in the summer and migrate to tropical and subtropical waters to mate and breed in the winter. During the winter, humpback whales fast and gradually spend their fat reserves. The humpback whale’s diet includes mollusks and fish.
