Humpback Whales
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Shark Bay Bloodbath: 70 Sharks Devour a Humpback Whale
By Mindy Weisberger published
On May 20, tourists on an Australian cruise witnessed an incredible, albeit somewhat gruesome, sight.
Humpback Whales Make Migration Pit Stops at Underwater Mountains
By Charles Q. Choi published
In Photos: Tracking Humpback Whales in the South Pacific Ocean
By Live Science Staff published
Check out amazing photos of humpback whales breaching the ocean surface as scientists monitor their lengthy sea travels.
Oceans Apart: 3 Humpback Whale Subspecies Identified
By Tia Ghose published
Despite their epic migrations, humpback whale populations in different oceans are genetically distinct subspecies, new research finds.
Distinct Humpback Whale Populations Found in North Pacific
By Laura Poppick published
Five distinct humpback whale populations have been identified in the North Pacific Ocean, in the most comprehensive genetic study of these marine mammals in this region of the ocean yet.
Humpback Whales Are Bottom-Feeders, Study Suggests
By Douglas Main published
Humpback whales feed on fish just off the seafloor, making them vulnerable to entanglement in seafloor fishing gear.
Cacophony of Shipping Noise Found in Humpback, Killer Whale Habitat
By Elizabeth Howell published
Ships and industrial activity is drowning out the noise of whales in certain areas of the British Columbia coast, a new study shows.
Whale of a Surprise: Humpbacks Winter in Antarctica
By Elizabeth Howell published
Some humpback whales appear to skip the annual commute to Africa and stay behind in Antarctica during the winter months, new research reveals.
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