Rorqual (Noun)
Meaning
Any of several baleen whales of the family Balaenopteridae having longitudinal grooves on the throat and a small pointed dorsal fin.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The rorqual, known for its massive size and slender build, swam effortlessly through the icy waters of the Arctic Circle.
- Scientists have been tracking the migration patterns of various rorqual species to better understand their behavior and habitat.
- The blue whale, a type of rorqual, can grow up to 33 meters in length, making it the largest animal on the planet.
- Conservation efforts are underway to protect the endangered sei rorqual, which is threatened by overhunting and habitat destruction.
- During the summer months, the distinctive coloration of the humpback rorqual can be seen breaching the surface of the ocean with acrobatic leaps.