can anyone tell me the historic range of humpback whales? (not current, but from couple decades/centuries ago.)
2007-03-28 14:05:37 · 2 answers · asked by asds 3 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Zoology
All around the 5 oceans, because they used to migrate from North Pole to South Pole (where they mostly feed) giving birth on some shallows tropical water nursing area.
2007-03-29 00:24:14 · answer #1 · answered by Eric D 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Many scientists don't even know the answer to this question. You would have to dive into old whaling records and documents because before the 1970's whalers were the only people that really had an interest in whales. It was only after we noticed that whales were becoming endangered that people really started taking an interest in and started studying whales rather than killing them. However, whalers kept detailed records of where whale migratory routes existed so they would know right where to find the animals when they went out on hunts.
Your question is rather broad as well. Humpback whales can be found ALL over the world and each population has their own migratory route. You'll have to narrow down your population location before your question can be answered properly. Good luck!
2007-03-29 13:38:47 · answer #2 · answered by spyhopper 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋