Lecture by underwater photographer and videographer Stas Stelmakhovich “Humpback Whales: Guardians of the Ocean”

Humpback whales are some of the most expressive marine animals. They sing, leap, protect others, nurture their calves, and sometimes approach humans out of curiosity.

In this lecture:

we’ll explore why whales sing and how their songs can be heard across thousands of kilometers;

show footage of breaching, hunting, and parental care captured in the wild;

explain why humpback whales fight orcas—even when it’s not directly their conflict;

discuss why they undertake long migrations every year;

demonstrate where and how you can legally and safely get into the water near a whale.