Bowhead Whale Collection

Balaena mysticetus, bowhead whale

Bowhead whale, Balaena mysticetus, sperm whale, Physeter macrocephalus, short-beaked dolphin, Delphinus delphis
FLO4684738 Bowhead whale, Balaena mysticetus, sperm whale, Physeter macrocephalus, short-beaked dolphin, Delphinus delphis, extinct Steller's sea cow, Hydrodamalis gigas, West Indian manatee

Whalers harpooning a bowhead whale a, Balaena mysticetus, and cachelot or pot whale b, Physeter macrocephalus
FLO5000123 Whalers harpooning a bowhead whale a, Balaena mysticetus, and cachelot or pot whale b, Physeter macrocephalus; (add.info)

Bowhead Whale (Balaena mysticetus) rubbing off flaking skin on the ocean bottom, east coast Baffin island, Qikiqtarjuaq, Nunavut, Canada, May

Bowhead whale (Balaena mysticetus), group socialising in shallow water, aerial view. Part of larger group of more than 50 whales congregating, Sea of Okhotsk sub-population, Russia

Bowhead whale (Balaena mysticetus) swimming in coastal waters, aerial view. Vrangel Bay, Primorsky Krai, Russia. August 2019

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) sow with two cubs walking past a pile of Bowhead whale (Balaena mysticetus) bones, Kaktovik, Barter Island, 1002 Area, Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope

Bowhead Whale (Balaena mysticetus) rubbing off flaking skin on the ocean bottom, east coast Baffin island, Qikiqtarjuaq, Nunavut, Canada, May

Bowhead whale (Balaena mysticetus) tail slapping, Sea of Okhotsk, Russia

Aerial view of Wrangel Bay, Russia, one of the locations where bowhead whales (Balaena mysticetus) of the endangered Sea of Okhotsk subpopulation visit during the summer

Bowhead Whale, 1863-79 (colour litho)
1001321 Bowhead Whale, 1863-79 (colour litho) by Petraroja, Raimundo (fl.1863-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Atlante zoologico popolare)

Musk Ox, 1860 (colour litho)
1000743 Musk Ox, 1860 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A The Instructive Picture Book)

Fin Whale, 1860 (colour litho)
998885 Fin Whale, 1860 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilder-Atlas zur wissenschaftlich-populAaren Naturgeschichte der SAaugetiere in ihren)

Arctic fauna (colour litho)
3630348 Arctic fauna (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arctic fauna. Illustration from Meyers Konversations-Lexicon, c1895.); © Look and Learn

Fin Whale, 1824 (colour litho)
1001923 Fin Whale, 1824 (colour litho) by Brodtmann, Karl Joseph (1787-1862); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Naturgeschichte und Abbildungen der SAaugethiereA, 1824)

Bowhead Whale, 1863-79 (colour litho)
1001111 Bowhead Whale, 1863-79 (colour litho) by Petraroja, Raimundo (fl.1863-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Atlante zoologico popolare)

English whalers hunting whales in the Northern Seas near Greenland, 18th century
6337402 English whalers hunting whales in the Northern Seas near Greenland, 18th century by English School, (19th century); (add.info)

Bowhead Whale (coloured engraving)
1000568 Bowhead Whale (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustrator:Johann Eberhard Ihle Engraver)

White-beaked Dolphin (coloured engraving)
1000602 White-beaked Dolphin (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Engraver:A)

Bowhead Whale (Balaena mysticetus) juvenile basking, Baffin Island, Canada

Bowhead Whale (Balaena mysticetus) tail, Baffin Island, Canada

Arctic fauna, lithograph, published in 1897
Arctic fauna: 1) Polar bear (Ursus maritimus); 2) Wolverine (Gulo gulo); 3) Arctic fox (Vulpes lagopus); 4) Mountain hare (Lepus timidus); 5) True lemming (Lemmus); 6) Reindeer (Rangifer tarandus); 7

A female bowhead whale swims with her calf through ocean waters
A female bowhead whale swims with her calf on their migration route through ocean waters

Adult bowhead whale (Balaena mysticetus) surfacing in Arctic Harbour, Isabella Bay, Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada, North America

Bowhead whale skull (Balaena mysticetus) at the abandoned Kekerten Island whaling station, Nunavut, Canada, North America

Whale Illustration. C017 / 3513
Plate from 18th century encyclopedia showing an illustration of a whale. Whale is the common name for various marine mammals of the order Cetacea

Cetaceans, 19th century C015 / 6097
Cetaceans. 19th-century artwork of (from top) four cetaceans: a dolphin (Delphinus delphis), a narwhal (Monodon monoceros), a sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus)

Inside the Natural History Museums Mammal and Whale Gallery
Partial views of the skeleton of a bowhead whale (top) and a sperm whale (bottom), on display in the Mammal and Whale Gallery (number 24), at the Natural History Museum, London

Engraving of the Baloena musculus, greenland whale. The whale was found floating 12 miles from Ostens on the 3rd November 1827

The jawbones of Greenland right whale, c. 1912
These jaw bones, each measuring approximately 4.10m (13 ft), were part of a specimen from Lochend, Shetland, donated in 1911 by a Mr Haldane

Men in jaws of bowhead whale, 1934
In late 1934 this bowhead whale skeleton was hoisted into position in the new Whale Hall, where it still hangs today

polar bear, Ursus maritimus, sow with cubs scavenging a bowhead whale, Balaena mysticetus, carcass on the pack ice, 1002 area, Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

polar bear, Ursus maritimus, sow with cub feeding on a bowhead whale, Balaena mysticetus, carcass on the pack ice, 1002 coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska

bowhead whale, Balaena mysticetus, swimming in the Chuckchi Sea, off shore from Point Barrow, Arctic Alaska

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The majestic bowhead whale, scientifically known as Balaena mysticetus, is a remarkable creature that captivates us with its awe-inspiring behaviors and breathtaking beauty. In the vast ocean depths, these magnificent giants engage in various activities that showcase their unique characteristics. One such behavior is observed when the Bowhead Whale rubs off flaking skin on the ocean bottom. This fascinating act not only helps them shed old skin but also allows for rejuvenation and renewal. It's a mesmerizing sight to witness these gentle giants gracefully gliding along the seabed. In the Sea of Okhotsk, Russia, we find another captivating moment as a Bowhead Whale slaps its tail against the water's surface. The resounding echo reverberates through the air, symbolizing their strength and vitality. These powerful displays are believed to serve multiple purposes like communication or warding off potential threats. Aerial views of Wrangel Bay reveal why it serves as a refuge for endangered Sea of Okhotsk subpopulation bowhead whales during summer months. The shallow waters provide sanctuary from orcas, allowing these incredible creatures to socialize freely without fear. Witnessing groups of bowheads engaging in playful interactions showcases their strong bonds and complex social structures. Coastal waters offer yet another glimpse into their world as aerial views capture bowhead whales swimming gracefully along Vrangel Bay's shoreline. Their massive bodies glide effortlessly through crystal-clear waters, leaving spectators in awe of their sheer size and elegance. Historical lithographs further emphasize our fascination with this species; one depicts a stunning image titled "Bowhead Whale" from 1863-79 showcasing its grandeur alongside other Arctic fauna like Musk Oxen and Fin Whales. These artworks remind us of our enduring curiosity about these magnificent creatures throughout history. The bowhead whale truly embodies nature's wonders with its ability to adapt to harsh Arctic environments while maintaining an air of gracefulness unparalleled in the animal kingdom.