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The humpback whale is a species of baleen whale. It is a rorqual and is the only species in the genus "Megaptera". Adults range in length from 14–17 m and weigh up to 40 metric tons. The humpback has a distinctive body shape, with long pectoral fins and tubercles on its head. It is known for breaching and other distinctive surface behaviors, making it popular with whale watchers.

Similar species: Even-toed Ungulates
Species identified by Christiane Geissler
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By Christiane Geissler

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Uploaded Mar 8, 2016. Captured in Queensland, Australia.