Mammal
Blue Whale
The largest animal that has ever lived
Family Balaenopteridae
Balaenopteridae is a taxonomic family in the order Artiodactyla, class Mammalia. Global Animal Guide profiles 4 of its members: Blue Whale, Humpback Whale, Fin Whale and 1 more. The table compares them using the figures on each profile.
Balaenopteridae species compared
| Animal | Weight | Length | Top speed | Lifespan | Native to | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Whale Balaenoptera musculus | 150,000 kg | 30 m | 50 km/h | 85 yrs | Oceans | Endangered |
| Humpback Whale Megaptera novaeangliae | 30,000 kg | 15 m | 27 km/h | 80 yrs | Oceans | Least Concern |
| Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus | 50,000 kg | 22 m | 40 km/h | 85 yrs | Oceans worldwide | Vulnerable |
| Minke Whale Balaenoptera acutorostrata | 7,000 kg | 9 m | 35 km/h | 45 yrs | Oceans worldwide | Least Concern |
Figures are typical adult maxima from each profile; follow a profile for ranges, sources and context.
