Discover interesting facts about whales, how big they can get, and how they track down their prey.

Discover interesting facts about whales, how big they can get, and how they track down their prey.

Though narwhals are classified as odontocetes (toothed whales), they literally have only these two teeth in their mouths. Most males sport tusks, but only about 15 percent of females do.

What are the narwhals up to? Generally, we don't really know! They are mysterious creatures. NPR science correspondent Nell Greenfieldboyce talks about new, rare drone footage scientists captured ...

The long, spiral tusks of narwhals could be used by these Arctic whales to stun or even kill prey, according to wildlife researchers who have spied on these elusive creatures using drones. They ...

Narwhals, ‘unicorns of the sea,’ might use their tusks for play The whales, which have distinctively long tusks, were filmed in the Arctic chasing a fish in what seemed like a “cat-and-mouse ...

Marine mammal expert Richard Sabin takes us through what scientists know - and don't know - about narwhals, also known as unicorns of the sea.

Scientists previously thought the narwhal’s trademark tusk helps males compete for mates, but new evidence suggests it may also have a role in foraging and play.

Environment Animals Wildlife Whales Narwhals spotted using tusks for non-mating fun That pointy tooth can grow up to 10 feet long. By Laura Baisas Published Feb 28, 2025 2:00 AM EST ...

There are over 90 whale species. Some of the most famous whale species are humpback whales, sperm whales, blue whales and narwhals. Despite their name, killer whales — or orcas — are not whales.