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Yes, it is normal for humpback whales to be seen off the coast of North Carolina, particularly during their migration periods. These whales typically travel along the eastern U.S. coast, migrating between their feeding grounds in the North Atlantic and breeding grounds in warmer waters. Sightings are more common in the winter and early spring months. However, they are not as frequently observed as other species, such as bottlenose dolphins.
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Where do Humpback whales go to breed?
Humpback whales typically breed in warm tropical waters near the equator. The main breeding grounds for North Pacific humpback whales are in Hawaii, while those for North Atlantic humpback whales are in the Caribbean. During breeding season, males compete for the attention of females by singing complex songs.
What are the most endangered whales in the world?
North Pacific Right Whale, North Atlantic Right Whale, Blue Whale What he/she means is that the whales in the North Pacific and North Atlantic and the blue whales are endangered because either they can't find enough food, or they are being illegally hunted.
Where do blue whales migrate to?
Blue Whales migrate to Colorado or North Carolina but mostly north carolina
Where can humpback whales be found?
Humpbacks are widespread in almost every ocean in the world. They are found in good numbers in the following oceans.18000 or so animals in North Pacific OceanAbout 12000 in North Atlantic OceanAround 50000 in the total southern hemisphere
What oceans do humpback whales live in?
The Oceans Humpback Whales have been seen in are: The Antarctic, The Pacific, The Atlantic, & The Indian. The Seas: Mediterranean Sea, The Black sea, The Arctic Sea.
Are humpback whales almost extinct?
No. The numbers are increasing in the North Pacific at about 7% annually, and other oceans not as quickly, but increasing nonetheless.
Why did the Hartford whales go out of the NHL in 1997?
The Hartford Whalers were relocated to North Carolina and became the Carolina Hurricanes.
What humpback whale eat?
There only predators is Humans and Killer Whales. Killer whales usually feed in pods onto small Humpback whales. Humans hunt humpback whales for whale meat.
What time of year do humpback whales arrive in Newfoundland waters?
Humpback whales typically arrive in Newfoundland waters during the late spring to early summer, with sightings commonly starting around mid-June. They migrate north from their breeding grounds in the Caribbean to feed on the abundant fish and krill in the nutrient-rich waters of the North Atlantic. The whales generally remain in the area until the fall, when they begin their migration back to warmer waters.
How far do the humpback whales travel?
Humpbacks are widespread in almost every ocean in the world. They are found in good numbers in the following oceans.18000 or so animals in North Pacific OceanAbout 12000 in North Atlantic OceanAround 50000 in the total southern hemisphere
Do Humpback whales migrate to the Hawaiian islands during the winter to feed on the large populations of krill in Hawaiian waters?
No. Humpback whales come to Hawaii after feeding on krill in the North Pacific during the summer. They come to the warm waters of Hawaii to give birth. The whales do not feed during the winter in Hawaii. They use their stored fat to live through the season, focussing on their babies (and mating!).
Are humpback whales ominovers herbiovers or carniovers.?
No. They are carnivores. The humpback is a predator, taking krill and small schooling fish, such as herring, salmon, capelin and sand lance as well as mackerel, pollock and haddock in the North Atlantic. Krill and copepods have been recorded from Australian and Antarctic waters. Humpbacks hunt by direct attack or by stunning prey by hitting the water with pectoral fins or flukes
