Eden
South Coast region of New South Wales,
Humpback Whale
Each year from April to November Humpbacks are seen around Australia’s eastern coastline
During the annual migration of thousands of kilometres, humpbacks attract many visitors to coastal towns.
The recovery of the humpback population has contributed to the growth of Australia’s whale watching tourist industry.
Male humpbacks are known for their long complex songs
Humpback Whales
Adults weigh up to 50 tonnes and calves are 2 tonnes when born.
Humpback Whales feed around Eden on their southern migration in spring
Humpback whales make long migrations each year between their feeding and breeding grounds
Humpbacks gestation period is 11 to 11.5 months
Humpback Whales lifwspan can be 45-50 years
Humpback Tail
Humpbacks inhabit all major oceans