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Humpback whale

Megaptera novaeangliae

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Field Notes

Description:

The humpback whale is a species of baleen whale. One of the larger rorqual species, adults range in length from 12–16 metres and weigh approximately 36,000 kilograms.

Habitat:

Marine

Notes:

Seen on the boat ride to Anacapa Island, Channel Islands National Park, CA, USA. Pectoral fin flapping.

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Maria dB
Must have been a great experience to see it!

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Wildlife in the National Parks Adventure Bus tours
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PublishedMay 22, 2013

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