Bowhead Whales: Ancient Swimmers of the Arctic

Deep in the cold Arctic waters, lives a very old whale called the bowhead whale.

These whales have been swimming for over 200 years, longer than many human countries have existed.

They've seen a lot, like the rise of empires and the invention of new things.

Scientists learned about their age when they found old harpoon tips in the whales.

Now, scientists study their eyes like tree rings to find out how old they are.

But, the Arctic is changing, with less ice and more ships.

This could be a challenge for these long-lived whales.

However, they are strong, using their skulls to break through thick ice.