Humpback Whale
Megaptera novaeangliae
IUCN Status:Least Concern
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What does the Humpback Whale look like?
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Where can they be found?
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Please note: this map is intended as a guide for general locations rather than detailed localised populations.
Did you know... they can swim a whopping 5,000 miles from tropical breeding grounds to colder, more productive feeding ground.
Key facts about Humpback Whales
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| IUCN status | Least Concern |
|---|---|
| Size | 14-17 meters (46-56 feet) |
| Fin span | 5 meters |
| Weight | 40 tonnes |
| Colouration | Grey with hump on its dorsal fin |
| Diet | Krill (small shrimp-like crustaceans), Small fish (mackerel and salmon) |
| UK population | 450,000 (10% of world population) |
| Habitat | Cold, nutrient-rich polar and subpolar waters in both hemispheres |
| Do they live in groups? | Yes, they form large colonies. |
| Breeding / Lifespan | Can live up to around 90 years. |
| Behaviour | Example of behaviour |
| Songs/Communication | Loud, complex "songs" lasting up to 30 minutes long, with only males singing. They can be heard up to 20 miles away with a frequency of 80-4,000 hertz. |
| Biggest threats | Climate change, pollution |
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