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Blue Whale

Module by: Renee Lanza

Summary: background information on the blue whale.

Blue Whale

Balaenoptera musculus

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  • The Blue Whale is the largest mammal to ever inhabit the Earth.
  • Its deep, rumbling low-frequency vocalizations can be felt as well as heard.
  • Unfortunately, the population of blue whale is in danger at an estimated 1,300 to 2,000 whales in the world left.
  • Swim at about 14 mph and can swim at bursts of 30 mph.

Frequency: 0.03- 8.0 kHz

Length: Up to 110 ft.

Weight: Up to 200 tons

Diet: krill, small fish, and squid

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