How I carved a humpback whale out of basswood
Автор: Woodpecker Woodcarvings Frankie Oraiz
Загружено: 2025-01-29
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A simple carved of a basswood humpback whale.
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The humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) is a species of baleen whale known for its acrobatic breaches, long pectoral fins, and complex songs. Here are some key facts about humpback whales:
Physical Characteristics
Size: 12–16 meters (39–52 feet) long
Weight: Up to 40 metric tons
Color: Dark gray or black with white patches on the belly and flippers
Distinct Features: Long pectoral fins (up to a third of their body length) and a knobby head with tubercles (hair follicles)
Habitat and Migration
Found in oceans worldwide, from polar to tropical waters
Undertake long migrations, traveling thousands of kilometers between feeding grounds in colder waters (summer) and breeding grounds in warmer waters (winter)
Diet and Feeding
Primarily eat krill, small fish, and plankton
Use bubble-net feeding, a cooperative hunting technique where they trap prey by blowing air bubbles
Behavior and Communication
Known for breaching (jumping out of the water) and slapping their fins or tails
Males sing complex whale songs, which can last for minutes to hours, likely for attracting mates or communicating
Conservation Status
Once severely threatened by commercial whaling, populations have rebounded due to protection under the Marine Mammal Protection Act and International Whaling Commission regulations
Still face threats from ship strikes, entanglement in fishing gear, and climate change
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