
Whale - Wikipedia
Whales are fully aquatic, open-ocean animals: they can feed, mate, give birth, suckle and raise their young at sea. Whales range in size from the 2.6 metres (8.5 ft) and 135 kilograms (298 …
Whale | Definition, Types, & Facts | Britannica
Dec 24, 2025 · Whale, any of the larger species of aquatic mammals belonging to the order Cetacea. Whales are the heaviest known animals, living or fossil, reaching a maximum size in …
Whale | World Wildlife Fund
Whales roam throughout all of the world's oceans, communicating with complex and mysterious sounds. Their sheer size amazes us: the blue whale can reach lengths of more than 100 feet …
Whales: Facts about the largest animals on Earth - Live Science
Mar 15, 2025 · Discover interesting facts about whales, how big they can get, and how they track down their prey.
Facts about whales - Whale & Dolphin Conservation USA
Whales are mammals just like we are. Just like us, they breathe air, have hair, are warm-blooded, give birth to live young, and feed their young milk. Whales are unique, beautiful, graceful and …
Whales and Dolphins | Smithsonian Ocean
On this page, we will generally refer to all cetaceans as whales, and in some instances specify when referring to traits or behaviors unique to toothed whales, baleen whales, or specific species.
Whale facts and information | National Geographic
Found in every ocean on Earth, whales are the biggest creatures we have, and some of the most mysterious.
Whales - NOAA Fisheries
Whales are among the largest and oldest animals on Earth. They can be found in every ocean and range in size from the small dwarf sperm whale to the massive blue whale, the largest …
Whales - an Introduction - IWC
Whales, dolphins and porpoises are a group of marine mammals collectively known as cetaceans. Scientists estimate that there are approximately 90 species of cetacean. This distinctive and …
Whales | WWF
With their awe-inspiring songs and majestic breaches, whales have captivated humanity for centuries. These magnificent creatures play a vital role in the health of our oceans, acting as …