Whale - page 3

Where do whalesharks live?
Whale sharks have a broad distribution in tropical and warm temperate seas, usually between latitudes 30°N and 35°S. They are known to inhabit both de...
What is one of the largest saltwater animals?
#1—Blue Whale A blue whale can grow up to 100 feet long and weigh upwards of 200 tons. A blue whale's tongue alone can weigh as much as an elephant an...
What happens to whales after they are killed?
Decay sets in soon after the death of a whale, as the insides begin to decompose. The animal then expands with gas and sometimes floats up to the ocea...
Why do Japanese people hunt innocent whales?
Since 1987, Japan has killed between 200 and 1,200 whales each year, saying this was to monitor stocks to establish sustainable quotas. Critics say th...
How did the the themes whale get in the themes?
What happened to the whale in the themes?Is the whale in the Thames still alive?How did the whale get in the Thames?What happened to whale in Richmon...
Is a whale a consumer or a producer?
In the example above, phytoplankton are the primary producers, zooplankton are primary consumers, small fish are secondary consumers, porpoises are te...
How long can whales remain under water before drowning?
The average whale can hold its breath for about 60 minutes. The Sperm whale can hold its breath longer than the average whale, for about 90 minutes. T...
What do whales get hunted for?
Today, modern whaling is conducted primarily for meat in commercial whaling. Whales are also being killed in a misguided effort to reduce competition ...
Does a whale defecate?
Yes, whales do poop as a way to release toxins from the body as do dolphins and porpoises; and pretty much all known animal species for that matter. H...