WHALES

What about them?

DID YOU KNOW

That there are 92 species of whales in the world, according to the Society for Marine Mammalogy. This includes 15 species of baleen whales and 77 species of toothed whales. Whales are found in all of the world's oceans, from the Arctic to the Antarctic.

They play an important role in the marine ecosystem, helping to control populations of other marine animals and distribute nutrients throughout the ocean.

BALEEN WHALES

BLUE WHALES

The blue whale is the largest animal that has ever lived on Earth, weighing up to 200 tons and measuring up to 100 feet long. That's longer than three school buses.

They are very vocal animals. They communicate with each other using a variety of sounds, including pulses, groans, and moans. Their calls can be heard for up to 1,000 miles away!

HUMPBACK WHALES

Humpback whales are one of the most popular whale species in the world, known for their acrobatic displays, complex songs, and long migrations. They are also one of the most studied whale species, and scientists are still learning new things about them all the time.

Unfortunately, humpback whales are threatened by a number of factors, including habitat loss, pollution, and entanglement in fishing gear. It is important to protect humpback whales and their

FIN WHALES

Fin whales are the second-largest whale species on Earth, after the blue whale. They are also one of the fastest whales, reaching speeds of up to 23 miles per hour. Fin whales are found in all of the world's oceans, but they prefer to live in deep water.

They are also solitary animals, but they do come together in small groups to feed and breed. Fin whales are endangered, but their populations are slowly increasing thanks to conservation efforts.

TOOTHED WHALES

BELUGA WHALES

Beluga whales are also known as "sea canaries" because of their wide range of vocalizations, which can include clicks, whistles, chirps, and even songs. They are the only whales that can turn their heads from side to side.

Since Beluga whales are very social animals they live in groups called pods. Pods can range in size from a few individuals to hundreds of whales. However beluga whales are endangered due to habitat loss, pollution, and overhunting.

ORCAS

Orcas are the largest members of the dolphin family and are found in all of the world's oceans. They are highly intelligent and social animals and live in groups called pods. Orcas are apex predators, meaning they have no natural predators.

Orcas are known for their black and white coloration, their large dorsal fins, and their intelligence. They are also known for their complex social behavior. Orcas play an important role in the marine ecosystem by helping to control populations of other marine animals.

DOLPHINS

Dolphins are fascinating creatures that are known for their intelligence, social behavior, and playful nature. They are also some of the most beautiful animals in the world. They Dolphins are carnivores and eat a variety of fish, squid, and crustaceans.

Dolphins are very social animals and live in groups called pods. Pods can range in size from a few individuals to hundreds of dolphins. Not to mention, they are are highly intelligent animals and have been known to use tools and solve complex problems.