The North Atlantic Right Whale: Past, Present, and Future

by Joann Hamilton-Barry

The North Atlantic right whale, also called the "urban" whale for its proximity to industrialized regions of North America's east coast, is one of the largest whales in the world. Averaging 14 metres, and weighing about 40,000 kilograms, it is known for its graceful tail, callosities, lack of dorsal fins, and strong bond with its young. But historically, it was known as the "right" whale to kill, and has been commercially hunted for its abundant...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 177108748X
• ISBN13: 9781771087483
• Release Date: July 2019
• Publisher: Nimbus Publishing (CN)
• Length: 104 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.6" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7