Discovered first in 1991, thus Australian-based albino has been making a name for himself. Migaloo is one of the rare white humpback whales that is making a mark in the world and grew to fame very quickly after this birth. Many have followed his development over the years and were rejoiced when it becomes almost 100% apparent that Migaloo had fathered two albino calves. Though there is one other albino whale that could have done the job, scientists are relatively certain that Migaloo is the father of these two quickly growing calves.
Albino whales, as you can imagine, are very rare, so Migaloo and his new babies are gathering quite a lot of attention. People all over the world are excited about this new addition to the waters and the carrying on of the albino gene. As always, however, there are wild rumors flying around that Migaloo might be cancer-ridden and therefore producing sick babies. Scientists share that they are certain of Migaloo’s health, and the skin lesions, as well as yellowing of his skin from time to time, is simply due to algae and barnacles that attach themselves to him as he does his extensive travels to mate and procreate every year.
Scientists assure the public that Migaloo is totally fine and there is nothing to worry about with his two calves, one of which has been dubbed Migaloo Jr. He will have many years in the future to create healthy and happy calves, some of which will hopefully carry on his albino gene and create even more excitement that has created an interest in those looking or considering studying marine biology.
