Humpback Whale

A humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) is a large marine mammal and a species of baleen whale. It is known for its distinctive long pectoral fins, acrobatic behavior, and complex vocalizations, often referred to as "whale songs." 🐋

Humpback whales have a robust body with a black or grayish-black back and a white underside. They are easily identified by their unusually long, white pectoral fins that can be up to one-third of their body length. They also have a small, fleshy hump in front of their dorsal fin, which gives them their name.

Humpback whales are a highly migratory species that travel thousands of miles between their cold-water feeding grounds and warm-water breeding grounds. They are filter feeders that consume massive quantities of small fish and krill. They use a unique hunting technique called bubble-net feeding, where a group of whales works together to blow bubbles in a circle to trap their prey.

Humpback whales are known for their spectacular acrobatic displays, including breaching (leaping out of the water) and slapping the surface with their tails and fins. Males are also famous for their complex and melodic songs, which are thought to play a role in mating.