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The Oregon Coast is rich with marine life and this includes an abundance of cetaceans, many of whom travel along our shoreline during their annual migrations.
Oregon whales, dolphins and porpoises can include everything from the massive blue whale, the largest animal to ever live on Earth, to the diminutive harbor porpoise. To help Network users identify and understand these marine mammals, we’ve created a fully-illustrated guide entitled Whales, Dolphins and Porpoises of Oregon which can be downloaded at the bottom of the page. Or click on the species below to learn more about them.
The Oregon Coast is rich with marine life and this includes an abundance of cetaceans, many of whom travel along our shoreline during their annual migrations.
Oregon whales, dolphins and porpoises can include everything from the massive blue whale, the largest animal to ever live on Earth, to the diminutive harbor porpoise. To help Network users identify and understand these marine mammals, we’ve created a fully-illustrated guide entitled Whales, Dolphins and Porpoises of Oregon which can be downloaded at the bottom of the page. Or click on the species below to learn more about them.
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Common Cetaceans in Oregon's Coastal Waters:
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