Brydes whales are a fast, sleek solitary whale that grows to 16metres.Brydes whales appear to be a larger Minke whale at fist glance. Colourings and streamlined features are similar to that of a Minke. The main difference is the dorsal fin which is much rounder  and not as hooked as a Minke?s.  There are other distinctive features that tell them apart but we get such fleeting glimpses of these whales its of no use.

Mainly seen by themselves but I did photograph a mum and calf in 2007.

Brydes whales are seen in the winter months when the bait is thick, they are seen around the top of Fraser Island as well as around the banks of the Straits.

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