Magical Land of Oz

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Narrator

Believed to be 32 years old, Migaloo is in his prime, and he knows how to demonstrate his power. (water splashing) Scientists believe tail slapping and rolling is a form of communication between whales. (water splashing) First sighted in 1991, Migaloo was thought to be the only white whale in existence. Since then, white calves have been spotted in the Pacific around New Zealand and Australia. It's thought Migaloo may be the father of these pale youngsters. Migaloo travels off Australia's east coast, or Humpback Highway, as he heads each year to one of the country's most precious natural wonders. (soothing music) The Great Barrier Reef spans 130,000 square miles of Queensland's Pacific Coast. (soothing music) This enormous coral kingdom covers roughly the same area as Germany. Its warm shallow waters and deserted islands are not only home to colorful characters, they also provide a pit stop for ocean voyagers and ancient mariners such as the green sea turtle. (dramatic music)