Fin Whale (IMAGE)

NOAA Fisheries West Coast Region

Fin Whale

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Fin whales are the second largest species of whale, sleek and streamlined in shape, and can be distinguished by their asymmetrical head coloration. The left lower jaw is mostly dark while the right jaw is mostly white.

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Paula Olson/NOAA Fisheries

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