I was recently asked about baleen whales and their techniques for collecting food. There are three families of baleen whales, and all three use different techniques to feed. Right whales and bowhead whale use filter feeding, gray whales use a bottom-feeding approach, and rorquals use bubble net feeding, gulp feeding, and circle feeding. If you …
North America is one of the world’s best destinations for finding some of the largest whale species in the world. Some of the giant whales in the world inhabit this region. People from every corner of the globe come to see the gigantic whales in the area. Whales inhabit all the oceans globally, and giant …
Humpback whales are some of the largest animals on Earth, but other animals will prey on them. In this article, we look at the most common predators of humpback whales. A few shark species, along with killer whales and humans, prey on humpback whales. However, humpback whales have some effective defense mechanisms. Please read on …
The evolution of the whale has been long and varied. From land mammals to marine mammals, many adaptations were needed. Whales evolved from early land mammals, adapting to life in the oceans by losing their hind limbs, growing a flat tail, developing flippers, and streamlining their bodies. This article looks at the whale’s evolution, how …
Seeing whales from shore is an experience that many people would love to experience. I was asked recently why they come so close to the beach. Whales come close to shore for many reasons. Pollution, protection from predators, and migration patterns are some senses. Have you ever wondered why whales come so close to the …
Killer whales, or orcas, as they are commonly known, can be seen in many places in North America. However, killer whales are dolphins. This guide shows you the best places to see these fantastic animals in their natural habitats. There are many places to watch killer whales in North America. From Vancouver Island to Monterey …
San Diego is one of the best places in North America to see a variety of whales. With its new culture, beautiful beaches, numerous parks, and mild climate, San Diego is a whale-watchers dream. There are some great places to watch whales in San Diego, both from land and by boat. Birch Aquarium, Scripps Institution …
Gray whales are among the most amazing whales you can ever hope to see. There are many places to see gray whales off the coast of North America. Gray whales migrate from the Chuchki and Bering Seas down the coast into Mexico to breed. They then make the journey again, allowing whale watchers to see …
New York has neon lights, nightlife, a great atmosphere, and whales. New York is one of the most popular places that allows whale watching and has several spots from which whale watching is possible. New York has some fantastic places to watch whales. From Long Beach Island, Fire Island, and Rockaway Beach to the Hamptons …
Whales and other sea mammals have evolved to keep themselves warm in cold oceans. I wanted to know if this is why whales and other mammals have blubber. I was pretty surprised by what else fat is good for. Warm-blooded mammals use fat to regulate their temperature in icy waters. Layers of fat also help …
On a recent dolphin-watching trip, I noticed several dolphins leaping out of the water. It seemed to me that some of these were doing it purely for the crowds, interacting with us, and increasing their jumps when people cheered. Dolphins jump out of the water for fun, increase visibility, remove parasites, and improve navigation. If …
All mammals need to eat, but I was thinking about marine mammals and how they have adapted. Marine mammals catch their food in many ways. Whales feed on large amounts of microscopic organisms. They use various techniques such as filter-feeding, bubble-net feeding, and surface feeding to catch these. Dolphins will see and eat fish and …