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Filmmaker and Biologist Win Explorer Title for Whale Triumph

4/2/2025

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Bertie Gregory, a passionate wildlife filmmaker, captured an extraordinary sight: 300 fin whales congregating in Antarctica, a testament to the triumph of the 1980s whaling ban. His dedication, alongside marine biologist Pablo García Borboroglu, earned them the prestigious title of 2025 Rolex National Geographic Explorers of the Year for their impactful work in penguin conservation and storytelling.

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Bertie Gregory, a passionate wildlife filmmaker, captured an extraordinary sight: 300 fin whales congregating in Antarctica, a testament to the triumph of the 1980s whaling ban. His dedication, alongside marine biologist Pablo García Borboroglu, earned them the prestigious title of 2025 Rolex National Geographic Explorers of the Year for their impactful work in penguin conservation and storytelling.