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What months do the whales migrate to Hawaii?
Humpback whales make their annual journey to Hawaii between the months of November and April (whale season), and the Big Island is our favorite of the Hawaiian islands to see them!
How long does it take a humpback whale to go from Hawaii to Alaska?
6-8 weeks
How long does it take them to get to Alaska? Whales spend 6-8 weeks migrating between Alaska and the Hawaiian Islands.
Why do humpback whales migrate to Hawaii?
The biggest reason for this migration is food, but there are many other factors at play such as water temperature, salinity and the presence of predators. In general, most food can be found in the polar waters, but this food also attracts large predators such as killer whales that can prey on young whales.
How long does it take a whale to swim from Hawaii to Alaska?
While every whale is a little bit different, on average, it takes a whale about six weeks to swim between Maui and Alaska. Along the way, they only take “cat naps” that are 20-30 minutes long, and for the most part remain in constant motion at 3-5 mph.
Do whales eat when in Hawaii?
A fully-grown whale can eat more than a 900 pounds of food per day in Alaska (that’s about a 560,000 calories every day!), but in Hawaii, they don’t eat anything.
Can you swim with whales in Hawaii?
Humpback Whale Season – December to May. At Oahu Diving we occasionally get the honors of seeing and yes swimming with these majestic big mammals of the sea. There has been numerous times where we have actually had humpback whales swim right by us on a particular reef. This is both lucky and very rewarding.
What are the best months to Whale Watch in Maui?
On the island of Maui, the peak months for whale-watching are January, February and March.
Why does the humpback whale migrate?
Migration is usually a response to changes in temperature or food supply and is often undertaken for the purpose of breeding. Humpback whales are migratory animals, traveling up to 3,000 miles from their feeding grounds in the cold waters of the Polar regions, to their breeding grounds in the warmer waters of tropical regions.
How big are Hawaiian humpback whales?
Humpback whales are regular visitors to the Hawaiian islands. Females are a bit larger than the males, but all adults measure between 40 and 50 ft and weigh between 25 and 40 tons. These immense animals feed on very small animals: krill (small shrimp-like crustaceans) and various kinds of small fish.
What are the humpback whales habitat?
Facts About Humpback Whales Habitat. Humpbacks roam all over the world, but exactly where they may be found depends on the time of year. Habits. Humpbacks typically travel alone or in small groups, called pods, consisting of two or three whales, according to Whale Facts. Breaching. Diet. Offspring. Classification/taxonomy. Conservation status.