 |
Minke Whale
The smallest of the rorqual family, minke whales are currently the only whales still openly being commercially hunted, though not in Scottish waters. Their body length averages 7 to 10 metres and they weigh in at up to 10 tonnes. Minke whales are largely dark in colour with white undersides and have pointed heads. They may have a white band on the flippers and the dorsal fin is high and curved. Minke whales feed on fish and krill, travelling singly or in groups of 2 to 4 individuals. The breeding period for minke whales is from December to May.
When to see this species : Spring, Summer, Autumn
|
|
|
 
 
 
 
|
