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Humpback Whale

Megaptera novaeangliae

Seabook: Humpback Whale

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Description

Megaptera novaeangliae is a species of baleen whale. One of the larger rorqual species, adults range in length from 12–16 m (39–52 ft) and weigh about 36,000 kg (79,000 lb). The humpback has a distinctive body shape, with long pectoral fins and a knobbly head. It is known for breaching and ... Read more in Seabook

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Social Behaviour

Group

Solitary

Conservation status

(LC) Least concern

Habitat and Environment

Open water