Beluga Whales
   
Beluga whales are also called white whales. The word “beluga” is Russian for “white.” Beluga whales are popular with whale watchers. They are also popular in aquariums.
Adult beluga whales are almost completely white. A thick layer of blubber covers their rounded bodies. They have small flippers. A bulge called a melon is on their heads.

Belugas live in the Arctic Ocean. They can be in freshwater and saltwater habitats. Belugas swim in both shallow and deep water.
Beluga whales eat fish, shrimp, and crabs. They also eat squid and octopuses. They even eat worms. Belugas hunt their prey by diving deep under the water.
A female beluga whale has one baby at a time. The baby is called a calf. Calves stay with their mothers for two years. Beluga whales can live for more than 50 years.

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    Beluga Whale Classification: Mammal
    Diet: Carnivore
    Endangered Status: Near Threatened
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    Average Length A male beluga whale is shorter than a mid-size car.
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    Average Weight A male beluga whale is much heavier than a soda vending machine.
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