- Humpback whale - Wikipedia
Adults range in length from 14–17 m (46–56 ft) and weigh up to 40 metric tons (44 short tons) The humpback has a distinctive body shape, with long pectoral fins and tubercles on its head It is known for breaching and other distinctive surface behaviors, making it popular with whale watchers
- Humpback whale | Size, Song, Habitat, Migration, Facts | Britannica
Humpback whale, a baleen whale known for its elaborate courtship songs and displays They usually range from 12 to 16 meters in length and weigh about 36 metric tons
- Before You Go: Ten Things To Know About Humpback Whales In Hawaii - Forbes
Each year, more than 10,000 humpback whales migrate to Hawaii Here are some interesting facts to know about their behavior and how to best see them on your next trip
- Humpback Whale - NOAA Fisheries
Humpback whales live in all oceans around the world They travel great distances every year and have one of the longest migrations of any mammal on the planet Some populations swim 5,000 miles from tropical breeding grounds to colder, more productive feeding grounds
- Humpback whale, facts and photos | National Geographic
What is a humpback whale? Humpback whales are found in every ocean in the world Their Latin name, Megaptera novaeangliae, means "big wing of New England "
- Humpback whale - Whale Dolphin Conservation USA
Humpback whales are found in all the world’s major oceans Most populations undertake huge annual migrations, moving between mating and calving grounds in warmer, tropical waters, and feeding grounds in colder, more bountiful waters
- Humpback Whale - The Marine Mammal Center
Humpbacks are among the most endangered whales with fewer than 10 percent of their original population remaining The current world population is estimated between 35,000 to 40,000 individuals, including 2,900 individuals that frequent the coasts of Washington, Oregon and California
- Humpback Whale Animal Facts - Megaptera novaeangliae - A-Z Animals
What is the difference between a gray whale and a humpback whale? The key differences between a gray whale and a humpback are their physical appearance, diet, habitat, reproduction, and lifespan
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