Sperm Whale
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| Mass | 35,000 – 57,000 kg (Adult) |
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| Lifespan | 60 – 70 years |
| Length | 12 m (Adult) |
| Conservation status | Vulnerable |
| Gestation period | 16 months |
| Did you know | The Sperm whale probably has one of the most stable populations of any whale on Earth, possibly more than a million. |
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| ID | 683262 |
About Sperm Whale
The sperm whale or cachalot is the largest of the toothed whales and the largest toothed predator. It is the only living member of genus Physeter and one of three extant species in the sperm whale family, along with the pygmy sperm whale and dwarf sperm whale of the genus Kogia.
Dominica to create world's first sperm whale reserve
...By Vanessa BuschschlüterBBC NewsThe Caribbean island of Dominica says it will create the world s first Sperm Whale reserve...
Ivory ban to extend to hippos and killer whales
... The animals that could join the list are killer whales, hippos, walruses, narwhals, and Sperm Whales...
Dead sperm whale found washed up at Porth Neigwl
... People have been urged not to approach the animal, which experts believe is a young Sperm Whale...
The deadly ghost gear, is the slip angle of the seas and coasts
... A Sperm Whale that died after stranding on the Isle of Harris in November, a 100kg throw-ball in his stomach...
Donna Nook: Seal image 'highlights impact of marine litter'
... You may also be interested in: It comes after news a Sperm Whale which died after stranding on the Isle of Harris in its stomach...
Sperm whale dies with a 100kg 'throw ball' in his stomach
...A Sperm Whale that died after stranding on the Isle of Harris stayed in a 100kg throw-ball in his stomach...
Stranded whales: Numbers on the rise around UK shores
...A Sperm Whale lies dead after becoming beached in Norfolk The number of whales and dolphins washing up around the UK coastline has risen, according to new figures...
Donna Nook: Seal image 'highlights impact of marine litter'
The Image of The Grey seal pup with a Glass Bottle in its mouth was widely shared online
A widely shared photo of a seal pup with a glass Starbucks bottle in its mouth has highlighted the dangers posed by marine litter, officials said.
The Image was taken last week at the Donna Nook reserve in Lincolnshire by photographer Dan Thurling.
Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust said it showed "the impact human activity has on grey seals and other marine wildlife".
Starbucks has offered to work with The Trust in an effort to protect the area.
The Trust said it was grateful to Starbucks for its support.
However, a spokesperson said: "Marine litter is a national issue and the wildlife trusts are therefore calling on government to better protect and restore our marine environment, including tackling The Major sources. "
They said although regular beach cleans took place on the Lincolnshire Coast washed up waste posed a real threat.
The Trust works with the Ministry of Defence at Donna Nook to clear litter as the reserve is on an active weapons Range .
Starbucks has offered to work with The Trust to manage waste washed up at The SiteA Starbucks spokesperson said: "We are deeply saddened by this image.
"At Starbucks , reducing waste by increasing recycling and encouraging reuse is something we are passionate about. "
Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust said it had also had problems with discarded fishing ropes and frisbee-like toys getting caught around The Necks of seals.
More Than 1,500 seal pups were born at the reserve this year, and visitors are being urged to report any incidents to wardens.
You may also be interested in:It Comes after news a Sperm Whale which died after stranding on The Isle of Harris in its stomach.
Fishing nets, rope, packing straps, bags and plastic cups were among the items discovered in a compacted mass.
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