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Humpback WhaleBy: Danielle

1Biome Humpback whales live in all oceans but are uncommon in artic regions. During summer months they migrate to higher altitudes.

DescriptionDark gray to black on their backs white patterns on their stomach.Chunky, Heavy bodiedThey can weigh 30-40 tons.They are usually 30-60 feet in length.Robust bodyFewer throat groovesDorsal fin that varies in shape and sizeVery long white flippersKnob- like bumps on head and snout each holding 1 hair

Size related to a bus:DietHumpback whales are omnivores. They will eat:Tiny shrimplike krillPlanktonSmall fish

Young (Offspring)Baby humpback whales are called calves. (calf) They are 15 feet at birth. Humpback whales calf every year. Sometimes about 2-3 years.Births between January and MarchGestation takes 11-12 monthsNurses for about 1 yearDont stop growing until 10 years old

Predators Humpback whales have only 1 predator, humans.

Remaining Population There is an estimated 25,000 to 30,000 left.

Status: EndangeredReasons Its EndangeredHumpback whales are endangered because of:

Whale Hunting (Humans)Getting tangled in fishing equipment.Collisions with shipsAcoustic disturbanceHabitat degradation

Conservation Measures Humpback whales gained protection in 1962 through the International Whaling Commission. Since then they have shown signs of recovery in the North Atlantic.

Fun Facts Humpback whales have 2 blowholes. The hotline number for reporting stranded animals is (631)369-9829They do vocalizations to communicate with each other.

Female Humpback Whale helping calf to the surface.Humpback Whale Video

Vocalizations

Humpback whales communicate by doing vocalizations.

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