Hvaldimir Steals a GoPro! And Returns It!

Hvaldimir has become somewhat of a local celebrity.

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Known for his friendly demeanor and curious nature..

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this beluga whale has been spotted interacting with kayakers in the region multiple times.

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On this particular day, a kayaker was capturing the serene beauty of the surroundings with his GoPro..

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Little did he know, Hvaldimir had other plans.

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With a swift move, the beluga approached the kayak and, to the kayaker’s astonishment, snatched the GoPro!

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While many would panic at the thought of losing their camera to the depths of the Ocean, this kayaker was in for a pleasant surprise.

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Hvaldimir, after briefly disappearing with the GoPro, returned to the surface, handing back the camera as if playing a game of fetch.

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