Humpback Whales
Humpback whales are a species of baleen whale known for their distinctive long pectoral fins and vocalizations. They are found in oceans all over the world, and are known to migrate long distances between feeding and breeding grounds. Adult humpbacks can reach lengths of up to 50 feet and weigh up to 79,000 pounds. Their diet consists mainly of krill and small fish. They are also known for their breaching behavior, where they launch themselves out of the water in a spectacular display. Humpback whales are an important part of the marine ecosystem, and are highly sought after by wildlife enthusiasts for their beauty and unique behaviors. As a member of the marine mammal family, humpback whales share many characteristics with other marine mammals such as seals and dolphins, including being warm-blooded, having hair at some point in their life cycle and nursing their young with milk. As a species of whale, they are part of the larger group of marine mammals known for their size and baleen plates that help them filter food from water. They can be found in the vast oceans that are considered as Marine Life and under the Animal kingdom which is the largest category in this hierarchy.
External Links
- [Humpbacks.net] Humpback whales of the South Pacific :: Whale Nation Project
- [oceancount.org] The Sanctuary Ocean Count | Humpback Whales Awareness Project