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The humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) is a species of baleen whale. It is a rorqual (a member of the family Balaenopteridae) and is the only species in the genus Megaptera. Adults range in length from 14–17 m (46–56 ft) and weigh up to 40 metric tons (44 short tons).
humpback whale, (Megaptera novaeangliae), a baleen whale known for its elaborate courtship songs and displays. Humpbacks usually range from 12 to 16 metres (39 to 52 feet) in length and weigh approximately 36 metric tons (40 short [U.S.] tons).
Surprisingly, female humpback whales are slightly larger than their male counterparts – a not unheard of but uncommon occurrence among mammals. The largest one encountered so far had an overall length of 62 feet – that’s 8 times are long as the average artificial Christmas tree.
Humpback whales are hard to miss—they can grow to be bigger than a school bus and weigh 40 tons! If their size wasn’t enough to catch your attention, humpback whales are also known for their acrobatics. Humpback whales can use their powerful fluke, or tail fin, to launch themselves out of the water.
What do humpback whales look like? Humpback whales are massive, growing up to 17 meters in length. Their huge, dark bodies are flanked by enormous pectoral flippers growing up to around a third of their body length.
What is a humpback whale? Humpback whales are found in every ocean in the world. Their Latin name, Megaptera novaeangliae, means "big wing of New England." It refers to their giant pectoral fins,...
Southern Hemisphere humpback whales tend to have more white markings, particularly on their flanks and bellies than do Northern Hemisphere humpback whales. Humpback whale flukes can be up to 18 feet wide—they are serrated along the trailing edge, and pointed at the tips.
Key facts. Size: Up to 60 feet long. Life span: Up to 90 years. Conservation status: Least concern. Humpback whales can grow up to around 60 feet (18 meters) long and weigh up to 40...
Humpback whales weigh up to about 40 tons and can reach up to 60 feet in length. Their flukes can be up to 18 feet in width. Appearance: The humpback whale is named for the distinctive hump...
According to the IUCN Red List, the total Humpback whale population size is around 60,000 animals, including estimates for specific populations: North Atlantic - around 10,752 animals; North Pacific - 18,302 animals and 36,600 whales in the southern hemisphere.