# @centerforbiodiv on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/CzrPC6RNWCU
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/9918473-centerforbiodiv-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/thumbnails/9779ec749f.jpg
- **Posted:** 2023-11-15T17:46:08.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Center for Biological Diversity (@CenterForBioDiv) — https://gondola.cc/CenterForBioDiv

## Caption

#ThatsWild: Checkout this extraordinary footage of a kelping #humpback whale. 🐋 

What is #kelping? It's the term for when whales play with #kelp, often by wearing the course seaweed as a hat or swirling around in kelp beds. Some scientists speculate that the kelp may provide a sensory experience, and likely feels good, like an exfoliating spa day. Kelping could also be a form of play used to strengthen social bonds. 

If you've ever walked along a seaweed-strewn coastline, you may have played with some kelp too and can understand the appeal. 

📹 used with permission by Slater Moore Photography and Davey's Locker Sportfishing and Whale Watching #marinemammals #whales #oceanwildlife #humpbackwhale #cuteanimals

## Stats

- **Views:** 1,485
- **Likes:** 436
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- **Comments:** 3

## Tags

kelp, thatswild, humpback, kelping

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