Humpback whale
The humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) is a carnivorous mammal native to North America, Oceania and Antarctica.
The humpback whale is a species of baleen whale. It is a rorqual and is the only species in the genus Megaptera. — Wikipedia
- Scientific name
- Megaptera novaeangliae
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Balaenopteridae
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Habitat
- Marine
- Found in
- North America, Oceania, Antarctica
- Weight
- 30.0 tonnes
- Length
- 12.9 m
- Lifespan
- 95 years
- Conservation status
- Least Concern
What does a humpback whale eat?
The humpback whale is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.
How big is a humpback whale?
The humpback whale weighs around 30.0 tonnes and measures about 12.9 m.
How long do humpback whales live?
In the wild, the humpback whale can live up to about 95 years.
Where do humpback whales live?
Humpback whales are found in North America, Oceania and Antarctica, in marine habitats.
Is the humpback whale endangered?
The humpback whale is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.