The humpback whale is different from many whales in the sense that it is more curious, less afraid of people and boats.

Humpback whales are social opportunists

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The humpback whale is different from many whales in the sense that it is more curious, less afraid of people and boats.

Humpback whales are social opportunists
Frá Grindavík.

Eruption risk rising in Grindavík
Sneaky minks could not wreak havoc on the artic tern's breeding this year.

The arctic tern's nest is thriving
A lot of police cars came to the scene last night.

Accident at the biggest intersection in Reykjavík last night
Viktor Yngvi Ísaksson, a 19-year-old enthusiast in death diving.

Diving in Stuðlagil Canyon without fear

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