Adults range in length from 14–17 m (46–56 ft) and weigh up to 40 metric tons (44 short tons). The humpback has a distinctive body shape, with long pectoral fins and tubercles on its head. …

Nov 11, 2025 · Humpback whale, a baleen whale known for its elaborate courtship songs and displays. They usually range from 12 to 16 meters in length and weigh about 36 metric tons.

1 day ago · A young humpback whale stranded alive on the beach near Yachats drew overnight crowds and a frantic rescue effort, but marine mammal experts say its chances of survival are …

11 hours ago · Humpback whale gets beached on Oregon shore after becoming tangled in crab fishing gear One expert described the whale’s chances of survival as ‘slim to none’ while …

What is a humpback whale? Humpback whales are found in every ocean in the world. Their Latin name, Megaptera novaeangliae, means "big wing of New England."

Jul 9, 2025 · Humpback whales live in all oceans around the world. They travel great distances every year and have one of the longest migrations of any mammal on the planet. Some …

1 day ago · A humpback whale washed ashore Saturday night on San Marine, Ore., entangled in crabbing gear, according to witnesses and local officials.

Humpback whales are found in all the world’s major oceans. Most populations undertake huge annual migrations, moving between mating and calving grounds in warmer, tropical waters, …

Humpback Whale: The ocean's most acrobatic giant. Unlock secrets of their migration, complex language and songs, and bubble-net feeding.

Aug 8, 2025 · Find out 10 incredible facts about the humpback whale that will bolster your knowledge of the species and send some thrill down your spine.