Sounds of the Humpback Whale Humpbacks primarily depend on sound for sensory perception & communication. The humpback whale song, a complex acoustic display unique to the animal kingdom, can travel thousands of miles, with its reach depending on the frequency. This song is crafted by individual males, each adding their unique touch to [...]

Bowhead Whale Bowhead Whale: Photo source - Kate Stafford on Flickr. LATIN NAME Balaena mysticetus LENGTH Up to 20 m (66 ft) WEIGHT 75 tonnes (74 long tons; 83 short tons) to 100 tonnes (98 long tons; 110 short tons) LIFETIME Possibly over 200 years PHYSICAL TRAITS [...]