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sperm whale

Physeter macrocephalus

Vulnerable ?

Diet

Carnivore

Lifespan

70 years

Length

16.0 m

Weight

45.0 t

Population

300.0K

Trend

? Unknown

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지구상에서 가장 큰 이빨을 가진 포식자로, 향유고래는 최대 20미터에 달하며 대왕오징어를 쫓아 최대 90분 동안 2,000미터 이상의 깊이까지 잠수한다. 거대한 사각형 머리에는 통신과 먹이 감지에 사용되는 강력한 음파 탐지 클릭음에 집중하는 경납 기관이 있다. 모든 깊은 바다에서 발견되는 향유고래는 18-19세기에 경납 기름을 위해 대규모로 포획되었다.

Fun Facts

✨ They can dive to depths of over 2,000 meters.
✨ Sperm whales produce ambergris, once worth more than gold.
✨ They sleep vertically.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse ecosystems where prey species are available.

🌊 Marine Oceanic 🧊 Marine Deep Ocean Floor

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Diet & Behavior

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Carnivore

sperm whale is classified as carnivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🥩 Carnivore

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Estimated Population

300.0K

Population Trend

? Unknown

Full Taxonomy

Cetacea (Whales & Dolphins)

Family

Physeteridae (Sperm Whales)

Genus

Physeter (Sperm Whales)

Species

Physeter macrocephalus (sperm whale)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese 抹香鯨

Spanish Ballena Esperma

French Cachalot

Portuguese Cachalote

Arabic عنبر (anbar)

Turkish Kaşalot

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Marine Deep Ocean Floor

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of sperm whale?

The scientific name of sperm whale is Physeter macrocephalus. It belongs to the genus Physeter.

What is the conservation status of sperm whale?

sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List. The population trend is unknown.

Where does sperm whale live?

sperm whale is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, Venezuela.

What family does sperm whale belong to?

sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) belongs to the genus Physeter, which is part of the taxonomic family Physeteridae.

What does sperm whale eat?

sperm whale is carnivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.

How long does sperm whale live?

sperm whale has an average lifespan of approximately 70 years in the wild.

How many sperm whale are left in the wild?

The estimated wild population of sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) is approximately 300,000 individuals.

Is sperm whale endangered?

Yes, sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.