Once feared and hunted, the whale has become a fascinating subject for study. Whale anatomy, communication and migration patterns are discussed in this revealing look at the largest animal on earth.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
016427
Language
English
Subject categories
Animals & Wildlife → Animal behavior
Animals & Wildlife → Animal communication
Animals & Wildlife → Aquatic mammals
Animals & Wildlife → Marine fauna
Animals & Wildlife → Whales - Behavior
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Marine fauna
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)