Minke whale

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    The minke whale has a black/gray/purple color.[clarification needed] Common minke whales (Northern Hemisphere variety) are distinguished from other whales by a white band on each flipper. The body is usually black or dark-gray above and white underneath. Minke whales have between 240 and 360 baleen plates on each side of their mouths. Most of the length of the back, including dorsal fin and blowholes, appears at once when the whale surfaces to breathe

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    About Minke whale

    The Minke Whale is a magnificent creature known for its distinctive black/gray/purple coloration and white band on each flipper. With 240-360 baleen plates, it's a unique marine mammal.

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    Marine life, ocean conservation, whale behavior, and underwater exploration.

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    Did you know that minke whales can dive up to 1,000 feet deep in search of food?