Researchers with oregonstate have spent so much time with our local gray whales that they know them by name. Now, they’re sharing those observations to help casual whale watchers become better acquainted with the animals and to help raise money for additional research through the their Adopt a Whale campaign. For more details on the program, follow the link in our bio. Graphics by mark_w_graves Photos courtesy of GEMM Lab, Marine Mammal Institute at Oregon State University #marinebiology #oceanlife #whales #graywhales #individuwhale #oregoncoast #HereisOregon