A-Z Animals
A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Fin Whale (Balaenoptera Physalus)
This entry identifies the defining characteristics of the Balaenoptera Physalus, more commonly known as the fin whale.
MarineBio Conservation Society
Marine Bio: Fin Whale
Illustrated reference tool features useful information on the fin whale with facts on physical characteristics, behavior, range, habitat, diet, and conservation status.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: American Mammals: Fin Whale
The largest recorded fin whale was a female about 27 m long, weighing more than 100 tons. Fin whales are sleek, fast swimmers. Learn more about the Balaenoptera physalus, more commonly known as a Fin Whale, in this easy-to-read species...