Narwhal

Introduction to Narwhal

The narwhal is a medium-sized whale that lives in the Arctic Ocean. It is one of the most mysterious creatures in the ocean, because little is known about its behavior or how it lives. Narwhals are gray or black in color, and have a long, spiraled tusk that protrudes from their upper jaw. Scientists believe that the tusk is used for sensing prey, navigating through the ocean, and communicating with other narwhals. Narwhals are also known for their high-pitched calls, which can be heard up to a mile away.

About Narwhal: Taxonomy

and Description

The narwhal is a medium-sized toothed whale that lives in the Arctic Ocean. It is one of two species of whale in the Monodontidae family (the other species is the beluga). Narwhals are gray or black in color and have a long, spiraled tusk that protrudes from their upper lip. This tusk is actually a tooth that can grow up to 10 feet long! Narwhals are shy and elusive creatures and are rarely seen by humans.

Narwhal Morphology

The narwhal is a medium-sized toothed whale that is found in the Arctic Ocean. It is one of the most elusive of all whales and is rarely seen. The narwhal is easily identified by its long tusk, which is actually a tooth that protrudes from the left side of its upper jaw. The tusk is used for hunting and foraging. The body of the narwhal is dark gray or black in color, and the underparts are pale. Male narwhals are larger than females, and they can reach a length of up to 16 feet.