Southern Right Whale (Eubalaena australis)

Also known as Baleen Australe, Right Whale, Southern Right Baleen Whale

Description

Also known as Baleen Australe, Right Whale, Southern Right Baleen Whale.

Found in open waters of oceans, across the southern hemisphere.
They feed on crustaceans and krill.
Length - 1800cm
Depth - Surface-?m
Widespread - Southern Hemisphere

Right whales are more active on the surface of the water and are curious of humans.
A unique behaviour of the Right Whale is "Tail Sailing" by using their elevated flukes to catch the wind. Often seen interacting with humpback whales and dolphins.
"Known as a right whale because during the height of whaling efforts, this was the 'right' whale to catch, as it is large, slow-moving and floats when dead.
"http://www.arkive.org/southern-right-whale/eubalaena-australis/ Ref: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Southern_right_whale

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