Whales 🐋 Facts under the Ocean!

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Whales are fascinating creatures with a rich history, incredible biology, and cultural significance. Here are some cool facts.
Whale Facts:
Largest Animal on Earth: The blue whale holds the title for being the largest animal to ever live on Earth, reaching lengths of up to 100 feet (30 meters) and weighing as much as 200 tons. That's heavier than 33 adult elephants!
Whale Songs: Humpback whales are famous for their complex songs. These songs can last up to 20 minutes and are often repeated for hours. They are thought to communicate with other whales or possibly to attract mates. Interestingly, humpback whales from different parts of the world sing different songs, and these songs change over time, much like human music trends.
Migration Journeys: Some whale species, like the gray whale, undertake incredible migration journeys. Gray whales travel between feeding grounds in the Arctic to breeding grounds in the warm waters of Baja California, Mexico, covering over 12,000 miles annually. That’s one of the longest migrations of any mammal.
Communication and Echolocation: While many marine animals use echolocation, whales like sperm whales use this method in incredibly sophisticated ways. They emit clicks and listen for the echoes that bounce off objects, helping them navigate and hunt in the dark depths of the ocean.
Breathing: Whales breathe through a blowhole located on top of their heads. When they exhale, they can expel air with such force that the spray can reach heights of up to 30 feet in some species!

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