Russian scientist swam naked with belugas (see photos)

Russia, June 17, 2011

Scientist Natalia Avseenko, 36, swam without any artificial material (that includes clothing) between belugas in Russia to study its relationship with humans.

The specialist tried to approach and domesticate the animals near Murmansk Oblast in the northwestern zone of the Eurasian country.

The belugas, dolphins premium species, flee to artificial materials, for which Natalia had to undress for a swim in the water, which was at 1.5 degrees below zero.

Avseenko worked with Nilma and Matrena, who live in the Utrish Dophinarium. For this, he used yoga techniques that allowed him to be 10 minutes under water.

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