Clapham, Phil

An overview of right whales that describes their behavior, social structure, reproduction, and feeding; their history as the "right whale to kill"; and their difficulty in recovering from centuries of hunting despite conservation efforts.

A photographic study of whales, providing general information about their origins, form and function, migration, and society; featuring profiles of individual species, including the Blue Whale, the Humpback, and the Killer Whale; and discussing the history of whaling.

An introduction to the physical features, behavior, social structure, and unique characteristics of humpback whales, as well as dangers threatening the species.