Blue Whale (Balaenoptera musculus)
Saturday March 13, 2004
The magnificent blue whale (Balaenoptera musculus) is our planet's largest animal, reaching lengths of 66 to 98 feet and weights of 110 to 176 tons. Blue whales belong to the Read More...
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