Review:
Sperm Whale
overall review score: 4.5
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The sperm whale, also known as the cachalot, is the largest of the toothed whales and has a unique and iconic appearance.
Key Features
- Large size and weight
- Distinctive block-shaped head
- Spermaceti organ for echolocation and buoyancy
- Long lifespan of up to 70 years
- Deep diving abilities
Pros
- Impressive and majestic appearance
- Highly intelligent and social animals
- Important role in marine ecosystems
- Produces valuable spermaceti oil
Cons
- Subject to commercial whaling in the past
- Threatened by pollution, climate change, and ocean noise
- Long gestation period and low reproductive rate