Fin Whale

The fin whale is a large, streamlined baleen whale found in oceans around the world. A tall dorsal fin sits well back on its body, and the lower jaw has distinctive uneven coloring. It filters small fish and crustaceans from water. Feeding involves taking in water as the throat expands, then pushing it out through baleen. Fin whales can travel quickly and occur alone or in groups. Their movements vary between regions and are linked to the distribution of food.