Humpback whale
Megaptera novaeangliae
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The humpback whale is famous for its complex song, which is particularly heard during the mating season. Furthermore, it performs spectacular jumps out of the water, where its entire body emerges from the sea. Humpback whales have very long pectoral fins that can reach up to one third of their body length.
Special Features
The humpback whale is famous for its complex song, which is particularly heard during the mating season. Furthermore, it performs spectacular jumps out of the water, where its entire body emerges from the sea.
Appearance
Humpback whales have very long pectoral fins that can reach up to one third of their body length. The body is dark gray to black with white areas on the belly and fins. There are small knobby protrusions on the head.
Natural Enemies
Orcas, especially with juveniles
Dangerous/Toxic
Not toxic and harmless to humans.
Pro Tips
Humpback whales undertake long migrations every year between cold feeding areas and warm breeding areas. Their tail fins have individual patterns that allow for the identification of individual animals.
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