Species Archives - Atlantic Whales https://atlanticwhales.com/category/species/ The Responsible Whale Watching Guide Wed, 08 Jan 2025 01:06:53 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 North Atlantic Right Whale https://atlanticwhales.com/north-atlantic-right-whale/ Wed, 08 Jan 2025 01:06:53 +0000 https://atlanticwhales.com/?p=1029 The North Atlantic right whale (Eubalaena glacialis) is one of the world’s most endangered marine mammals. It draws the attention of researchers and conservationists due to its unique characteristics and tragic story. Once abundant, these gentle giants now face a multitude of threats that have significantly reduced their population. This article examines their habitat, physical…
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]]> Humpback Whales https://atlanticwhales.com/humpbacks/index.htm Sun, 05 Mar 2023 21:14:39 +0000 https://atlanticwhales.com/?p=31 The humpback is a large baleen whale that ranges from 12-16 meters (38-50 feet) in length and weighs approximately 36 tons. They are found in all the world’s oceans. They usually follow a migratory pattern of feeding in cold water and breeding in warm water. The scientific name of the humpback whale, Megaptera novaeangliae, means…
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]]> Orcas of the Atlantic Ocean https://atlanticwhales.com/orcas/index.htm Fri, 03 Mar 2023 14:53:58 +0000 https://atlanticwhales.com/?p=16 The Orca (Orcinus orca) or “Killer Whale” is the largest member of the dolphin family. They are the most widely distributed mammal on Earth besides humans and rats. Orcas are found in all of the world’s oceans. Why Are They Called Killer Whales? The story in Newfoundland goes that the name “killer whale” dates back…
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