Types of Whales
Explore the different species of whales.
Blue Whale
The blue whale is the largest known animal to have ever existed, reaching lengths of up to 33 meters and weighing up to 180 metric tons.
The blue whale is a marine mammal that belongs to the baleen whale suborder. They are found in all the world's oceans, from the Arctic to the Antarctic, and are known for their distinctive blue-gray color.
Humpback Whale
Humpback whales are known for their complex songs and acrobatic displays, reaching lengths of up to 18 meters and weighing up to 50 metric tons.
Humpback whales are found in oceans worldwide and are known for their distinctive songs, which they use to communicate with other humpback whales.
Orca
Orcas, also known as killer whales, are actually dolphins, not whales, reaching lengths of up to 9 meters and weighing up to 6 metric tons.
Orcas are highly social animals that live in complex societies with distinct social hierarchies. They are known for their distinctive black and white coloring.