Humpback Whale Characteristics and Behavior

The video discusses the distribution and physical characteristics of humpback whales in the North Atlantic. It covers their presence in various regions, such as Baffin Bay, New England, Iceland, and the West Indies. The video also describes the whale's physical features, including its blow, dorsal fin, and unique flippers and tail. Humpback whales are known for their long flippers, scalloped edges, and breaching behavior, especially in tropical breeding grounds.

Where are humpback whales more commonly found during the summer?

• Mediterranean Sea

• Baffin Bay and New England coast

• Indian Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

Where do North Atlantic humpbacks typically winter?

• Mediterranean Sea

• Indian Ocean

• West Indies

• Arctic Ocean

What is the typical height of a humpback whale's blow?

• 2 to 3 meters

• 3 to 4 meters

• 1 to 2 meters

• 4 to 5 meters

How is the dorsal fin of a humpback whale described?

• Variable in size and shape

• Absent

• Always large and sickle-shaped

• Always small and triangular

What is the shape of the ridge along the midline of a humpback whale's head?

• Very distinct

• Curved

• Indistinct

• Sharp

What is unique about the humpback whale's flippers?

• They have no knobs or bumps

• They are nearly one-third of the total body length

• They are very short

• They are always white

What behavior is commonly observed with humpback whale flippers?

• They are used for digging

• They are used for building nests

• They are raised and slapped against the water

• They are used for flying

How are the tail flukes of a humpback whale described?

• Narrow and smooth

• Broad and distinctly notched

• Short and rounded

• Long and pointed

What is the appearance of the underside of a humpback whale's tail flukes?

• Striped

• Spotted

• Completely black

• Partially or completely white

What is a common behavior of humpback whales in their tropical breeding grounds?

• Breaching out of the water

• Staying still

• Hiding in caves

• Diving deep