0
A whale CAN drown- they cannot stay underwater indefinitely. When underwater, they hold their breath. They are REALLY good at holding their breath, and their bodies have adapted to doing that.
Wiki User
∙ 7y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
How long do gray whales stay underwater?
Adult gray whales can stay underwater for approximately 10 - 15 minutes.
What are facts sperm whales?
sperm whales can stay underwater for 90 minutes
How long can sperm whales stay underwater for?
40 minutes
Why do orca whales put their heads out of the water?
Since they are mammals, they can't stay underwater forever like fish. They have to poke their head over the surface of the ocean every 20 minutes to prevent drowning.
Can whales stay under water for a hour.?
Yes. A whale can stay underwater for an hour.
Can whales stay underwater for more than an hour?
Yes whales can stay under water for more than an hour, unless they are still babies then they need to have oxygen sooner.
Can whales stay underwater for 30 minutes?
No but they go up to the surface every 30 minutes.
How do you avoid drowning?
There is many ways to avoid drowning 1. Try not to go to the deeper side 2. Don't stay underwater too long You can find more at yahoo answers
How do manatees stay under water longer than any other mammal?
They don't stay underwater longer than whales.
Is it bad to stay in water a long time?
Yes it is, as if you stay underwater for too long, your lungs can't take it, and you may choke/ faint. Only a few mammals (whales, dolphins, porpoises, etc.) can stay underwater for long periods of time.
Can you have a underwater room with a sea lion on Webkinz?
No sorry on animals that MUST stay in the water like dolphins or fish or whales
How long can darth vader stay underwater without breathing?
He can't.
