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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
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What other species might be a variation of the Humpback Whale?
The blue, fin, minke, gray, and sperm whale. These whales are not only species that might be a variation of Humpback whales but are acknowledged to have interactions with Humpback whales.
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 predators do humpback whales have?
Orcas and Sharks are the primary ocean predators to the Humpback Whale. Their number one predator doesn't naturally live in their environment at all. Humans account for 95 percent of the Humpback Whale population being hunted and killed, and are the reason that these magnificent creatures are now on the endangered species list.
What is an example of commensalistic?
An example of commensalism is the relationship between barnacles and humpback whales. Barnacles attach themselves to the skin of humpback whales and benefit by gaining access to nutrients in the water while the whale is not impacted either positively or negatively by their presence.
Are there any whales that live in warm water?
Yes, some whale species live in warm water environments. For example, species like humpback whales, Bryde's whales, and sperm whales can be found in tropical and subtropical regions where the water is warm. These whales have adaptations to thrive in these environments.
What are humpback whales called?
Humpback whales are called Humpbacks for short.
Are the humpback whales friends with humpback whales?
yes because their their the same
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.
What is a humpback whales population?
Their population number is between 34,000 and 52,000 Humpback Whales.
How lang is a humpback whales?
Humpback whales range in length from 39 to 52 feet.
Is a humpback whale carnivorous?
yes
What is bubble netting as regards whales?
Group of killer whales release air bubbles around school of fish creating a sort of barrier(net) and hunt them at ease
What are a humpback whale's predators?
Killer Whales sometimes each young humpback whales. Men also hunt whales.
What is the humpback whales population now?
Their population number is between 34,000 and 52,000 Humpback Whales.
