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Humpback whale Megaptera novaeangliae
Humpback whales communicate through their iconic “songs.” Their songs are longer and more intricate than any others in the animal kingdom.
North Pacific Right Whale Eubalaena japonica
North Pacific right whales can grow up to 49 feet in length. It is estimated there are fewer than 350 North Pacific right whales remaining in the wild.
North Atlantic Right Whale Eubalaena glacialis
Weighing up to 70 tons, the North Atlantic right whale is one of the world’s largest animals.
Sperm Whale Physeter macrocephalus
Sperm whales are the largest of the toothed whales. They're longer than the average transit bus. Their head makes up one third of their body.
Bowhead Whale Balaena mysticetus
Clocking in at 75-100 tons, bowhead whales are among the heaviest animals on Earth, second only to the blue whale.
Narwhal Monodon monoceros
Narwhals are one of the rarest animals in the ocean. They are known for their distinct tusk, which is actually a tooth! Learn more about ocean wildlife.
Orca Orcinus orca
Orcas are easy to spot in the ocean by their iconic black and white coloring. Orcas are incredibly powerful hunters and eat fish, seals, sharks and more.
Beluga Whale Delphinapterus leucas
Beluga whales are known for their distinctive white color, living in the chilly waters of the Arctic and subarctic. Learn more with wildlife factsheets.
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