Balaenoptera musculus, blue whale
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Balaenoptera musculus, blue whale
Blue whale (Balaenoptera musculus) skeleton on display in the Mammal and Whale Gallery (number 24), at the Natural History Museum, London
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In this image, the skeleton of a Blue Whale (Balaenoptera musculus) takes center stage in the Mammal and Whale Gallery (number 24) at the Natural History Museum in London. The Blue Whale is the largest animal that has ever existed, reaching lengths of up to 100 feet (30 meters) and weights of up to 200 tons (181 metric tonnes). This majestic creature is a member of the baleen whale family, specifically the rorqual subgroup, and is classified under the order Cetacea and the family Balaenopteridae. The Blue Whale is a mysticete, meaning it filters water through its baleen plates to feed on krill and other small organisms. Its baleen plates, which can grow up to 10 feet (3 meters) long, are visible in the lower jaw of the skeleton displayed in the photograph. The Blue Whale is a placental mammal, belonging to the subclass Eutheria, and is part of the infraclass Mammalia, which includes all living mammals. The Blue Whale's anatomy is a marvel of evolution, with adaptations that allowed it to thrive in its aquatic environment. Its skeleton reveals the complex structure of its vertebral column, ribcage, and pectoral and pelvic fins. The Blue Whale's skeleton is a testament to the rich natural history of our planet and the wonders that can be discovered through scientific exploration and preservation. This studio shot of the Blue Whale skeleton invites us to appreciate the intricacies of this magnificent animal and to reflect on the importance of protecting endangered species and their habitats. The Natural History Museum's Mammal and Whale Gallery is an essential destination for anyone interested in the natural world, offering a glimpse into the fascinating anatomy and evolutionary history of these remarkable creatures.
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