A rare sighting unfolded Monday as a whale was captured on video swimming in an unexpected location—the East River between New York City and Brooklyn, near the Williamsburg Bridge. Helena Lippolis filmed the whale spraying water from its blowhole, exclaiming in excitement as the marine mammal surfaced.
In two clips shared by Lippolis, the whale, believed to be a humpback, appeared first under the bridge and later closer to shore, showcasing its characteristic blowhole spray.
Humpback whales, which inhabit oceans worldwide, are commonly seen near the water’s surface close to the shore, making them easier to spot, according to NOAA Fisheries.
However, these saltwater creatures cannot survive in freshwater environments for extended periods, as noted by WhaleFacts.org.
The appearance of the whale in the East River, primarily a brackish waterway, marks an unusual and captivating event for locals and marine enthusiasts alike.
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