different from the reproduction of
both reproduce by mating,
but what is different is that large baleen
whales have to migrate long distances to breeding grounds
mate and give birth, while dolphins don't need to migrate
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They are much more social animals and live in pods.
species mate randomly within pods, others, such as orcas, live in
family pods and only mate with the members of other pods.
They are not
monogamous - both males and females have several partners during their
Females are physically reproductive at about five years age,
but usually start breeding later, at about nine years, however there
are exceptions. Gestation period lasts about 12 months.
The young is
born tail first.
The newborn is ready to swim, and surface to breath.
It has, however, lots to learn when it comes to finding food, mates and