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Adult humpbacks have no natural predators. Man has severely affected humpback whale populations by killing them for years. By the 19th century, many nations (USA in particular), were hunting the animal heavily in the Atlantic Ocean, and to a lesser extent in the Indian and Pacific Oceans. This widespread hunting sharply reduced whale populations.
It is estimated that during the 20th century, at least 200,000 humpbacks were taken, reducing the global population by over 90%, with North Atlantic populations estimated to have dropped to as low as 700 individuals. To prevent extinction, the International Whaling Commission banned commercial humpback whaling in 1966. By that time the population had been reduced to around 5,000. That ban is still in force
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What is a humpback whales enemy?
The humpback whale's enemies are humans, killer whales (orcas), and sharks. Hope this helped... (bb_sweetlollipop)
Enemies of the humpback whale?
the enemies are sharks, orca whales and humans like you.
Why are humpback whales the great white sharks enemies?
because they are
Who are the enemies of the white sharks?
Some common enemies include giant squid, humans, and humpback whales.
Are the humpback whales friends with humpback whales?
yes because their their the same
What are humpback whales called?
Humpback whales are called Humpbacks for short.
What is Aussie slang for Humpback whales?
There is no specific Australian slang for humpback whales.
When do humpback whales interact with others humpback whales?
I was the one who ask the question.
Are humpback whales toothed whales?
no, it is not...
Do humpback whales attack other whales?
Humpback whales don't usually attack other species of whales. Killer Whales are the only whales known to do that.
How lang is a humpback whales?
Humpback whales range in length from 39 to 52 feet.
What is a humpback whales population?
Their population number is between 34,000 and 52,000 Humpback Whales.
