Humpback Whale Opening Its Mouth
Humpback whales are a type of baleen whale that is distinct from the other kind. What exactly does it imply to be classified as a baleen whale? It means they have bristly plates for teeth. They don’t chew but rather filter and capture tiny animals like fish and krill. They can feed up to 3000 pounds of food daily by filtering feed.
They angle their jaws up and out, taking in a mouthful of the game and water when they wish to catch enough prey in their maw. They have a tongue that acts like a sweeper, releasing water between the bristly plates of the mouth.