Blue Whale [Balaenoptera musculus]

Blue Whale
Description

The Blue Whale is the largest animal ever known to have existed. It prefers deeper ocean waters to coastal waters. It has a long, slender body that can reach lengths of up to 100 feet. Its body is bluish-grey dorsally and somewhat lighter underneath. It primarily feeds on krill and has a lifespan of around 70-90 years.

Where To See Blue Whale
Three Islands
Saranda , Albania
40m
Baron Gautsch
Istria , Croatia
40m
Peltastis Wreck
Kvarner Bay , Croatia
32m
Tiputa Pass
French Polynesia , France
35m
The Aquarium
French Polynesia , France
15m
The Elephant Cave
Crete , Greece
40m
Dive Site Dia Island
Crete , Greece
35m
Pentanisos
Rhodes , Greece
40m
Tholos
Rhodes , Greece
18m
Paleokastritsa
Corfu , Greece
32m
Taxonomy
Phylum Fish, Sharks & Rays (plus Sea Turtles & Whales)
Chordata
Class Mammals
Mammalia
Order Whales, Dolphins & Porpoises (Cetaceans)
Cetartiodactyla
Family Rorquals
Balaenopteridae
Genus Baleen Whales
Balaenoptera
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