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Whales are beautiful creatures that have existed for thousands, perhaps millions of years. The songs of whales, particularly the Humpback Whale, have been recorded by humans. Humpback whales are ones we most often see when they migrate towards the islands and their haunting lyrical songs have been used by humans for study, music, and stress relief. The whales sing to communicate and to attract mates. Whales are the largest animals today on our planet and though they live in the water, they are considered mammals. They are warm blooded, breathe air, and bear live young which are nursed with milk.

Whales follow or migrate to feed. Generally going north. When breeding and calving, whales travel to the warmer southern waters. They travel in pods of 1 to 3 and can combine with others, up to 150 whales or so at a time. As humans, we must continue to protect these mystical endangered species. Pollution, fishing gear, hunting, and climate changes can all affect whales detrimentally and damage their sonar. This may cause whales to become stuck on beaches or to die. It is up to all of us to preserve these majestic beings. Remember, we share this planet with them.