Nature is remarkable in countless ways, and the rarer its exquisite creations, the more captivating they become. This sentiment holds true for the incredibly rare white humpback whale. Many people are unaware that such animals even exist. So, just imagine the sheer luck and wonder of witnessing one with your own eyes. It’s truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
The enormous mammal, also known as Migaloo, is perhaps one of the world’s most famous animals. Since being first sighted in 1991 by the Pacific Whale Foundation, Migaloo has garnered a legendary status. Recently, this rare animal was spotted again off the Australian coast, near Sydney. “We were incredibly fortunate, and Migaloo surfaced just a few feet away from our boat,” remarked Jonas Liebschner of Whale Watching Sydney. “It was an unforgettable sight!”
Migaloo acquired its name from the Aboriginal term for ‘white man’ and rose to fame as one of the very few known snowy whales in existence. However, the precise reason behind his unique coloration for a humpback whale remains unknown. Experts speculate it could be either leucism or true albinism, indicating an inability to produce pigmentation altogether. The animal is estimated to be 31 years old, with a potential lifespan of up to 80 years, according to Oskar Peterson, who heads the Australian-based White Whale Research Centre.
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