Горбатый кит

Megaptera novaeangliae

Vulnerable ↑

Diet

Carnivore

Lifespan

50 years

Length

15.0 m

Weight

30.0 t

Population

80.0K

Trend

↑ Increasing

About

Among the most acrobatic of the great whales, humpback whales are renowned for their complex, haunting songs sung by males during breeding season — some lasting hours and evolving over time. Reaching 16 meters and 30 tonnes, they undertake the longest migrations of any mammal. Found in all oceans, humpbacks feed on krill and small fish using cooperative bubble-net feeding. Populations have largely recovered from historic whaling.

Fun Facts

✨ Humpback whale songs can last for hours.
✨ They migrate up to 25,000 km per year.
✨ Their pectoral fins can be up to 5 meters long.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 11 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

🌊 Marine Oceanic 🐚 Marine Neritic

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Diet & Behavior

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Carnivore

Горбатый кит is classified as carnivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🥩 Carnivore

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Estimated Population

80.0K

Population Trend

↑ Increasing

Full Taxonomy

Mammalia (млекопитающие)

Order

Cetacea (Whales & Dolphins)

Family

Balaenopteridae (Rorquals)

Genus

Megaptera (Humpback Whales)

Species

Megaptera novaeangliae (Горбатый кит)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese 大翅鯨

Spanish Ballena jorobada

French baleine à bosse

German Buckelwal

Portuguese Baleia jubarte

Russian Горбатый кит

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Горбатый кит?

The scientific name of Горбатый кит is Megaptera novaeangliae. It belongs to the genus Megaptera.

What is the conservation status of Горбатый кит?

Горбатый кит (Megaptera novaeangliae) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List. The population trend is increasing.

Where does Горбатый кит live?

Горбатый кит is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, Venezuela.

What family does Горбатый кит belong to?

Горбатый кит (Megaptera novaeangliae) belongs to the genus Megaptera, which is part of the taxonomic family Balaenopteridae.

What does Горбатый кит eat?

Горбатый кит is carnivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.

How long does Горбатый кит live?

Горбатый кит has an average lifespan of approximately 50 years in the wild.

How many Горбатый кит are left in the wild?

The estimated wild population of Горбатый кит (Megaptera novaeangliae) is approximately 80,000 individuals.

Is Горбатый кит endangered?

Yes, Горбатый кит (Megaptera novaeangliae) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.