Fin whale

The fin whale (Balaenoptera physalus), also known as the common rorqual, finback whale, herring whale, or razorback whale, is a species of baleen whale that is part of the family, Balaenopteridae. It is the second longest cetacean species behind the related blue whale, with the largest reportedly grow to 27.3 m long, with a maximum length of 25.9 m, a maximum estimated weight around 114 tonnes, and maximum recorded weight to be 74 tonnes. Its body is long and slender, colored brownish gray with a pale underside. It is found anywhere in the ocean except waters close to ice packs and small areas of water away from the open ocean. Its food consists of krill, copepods, small schooling fish, and squid. Like most whale species, the fin whale was heavily hunted during the 20th century. As a result, it is a vulnerable species.