Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: American Mammals: Blue Whale
As far as we know, the blue whale is the largest animal ever to have existed on the planet. Weights up to 190,000 kg (as much as 30-40 African elephants) have been recorded. Learn more about the Balaenoptera musculus, more commonly known...
Ducksters
Ducksters: Blue Whale for Kids: Learn About the Giant Mammal.
What are blue whales? Kids find out about the largest mammal on earth that lives in the ocean.
Science4Fun
Science4 Fun: Whale
Learn about the appearance, diet, habitat, conservation, and other fun facts about the largest living animal.
Curated OER
Blue Whale Breaks the Surface Off Alaska Coast
National Public Radio reports on the blue whale, which has been on the endangered species list for almost 40 years. Find out why a recent siting off the coast of Alaska has given researchers some cause for optimism.