Adults range in length from 14–17 m (46–56 ft) and weigh up to 40 metric tons (44 short tons). The humpback has a distinctive body shape, with long pectoral fins and tubercles on its head. …

Humpback whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) are one of the most recognizable and charismatic whales in the world. Their acrobatics, complex songs, and long migrations make them a …

Nov 23, 2025 · Humpback whale, a baleen whale known for its elaborate courtship songs and displays. They usually range from 12 to 16 meters in length and weigh about 36 metric tons.

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."

Humpback whales are found in all the world’s major oceans. Most populations undertake huge annual migrations, moving between mating and calving grounds in warmer, tropical waters, …

Dec 1, 2025 · When University of Southern Denmark whale researcher Olga Filatova set off on her first field trip in 2000, she spent five years looking for whales before she saw a humpback.

Jul 9, 2025 · Humpback whales live in all oceans around the world. They travel great distances every year and have one of the longest migrations of any mammal on the planet. Some …

2 days ago · Discover the Humpback Whale's behavior, habitat, and conservation. Learn how to identify these magnificent creatures in the wild.

Dec 2, 2025 · Humpback whales hold a special place in ocean science. Their songs, migrations, and survival stories fascinate researchers and the public alike. Yet the story of humpback …

Aug 8, 2025 · Find out 10 incredible facts about the humpback whale that will bolster your knowledge of the species and send some thrill down your spine.