Sperm whale and calf C014 / 0553
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Sperm whale and calf C014 / 0553
Sperm whale and calf. Female adult sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) with a very young calf. This toothed whale is found in oceans worldwide. The male reaches an average of 16 metres in length, and can weigh over 45 tons. A sperm whale can live for over 70 years. It is a social animal, living in groups of around a dozen individuals. It feeds on squid, octopus and fish, diving for over an hour to depths of 300 to 800 metres, sometimes as deep as 1-2 kilometres. Photographed in the Atlantic Ocean
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Media ID 9226823
© CHRISTOPHER SWANN/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Atlantic Ocean Baby Blue Water Calf Cetacea Cetacean Cetaceans Immature Juvenile Mammal Mammals Mother Parent Physeter Catodon Physeter Macrocephalus Sperm Whale Surface Swimming Toothed Whale Underwater Whale Whales Wild Young
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This print captures a heartwarming moment between a female adult sperm whale and her very young calf. The immense size of these toothed whales is evident, as the male can reach an average length of 16 meters and weigh over 45 tons. With a lifespan exceeding 70 years, the sperm whale is truly a remarkable creature found in oceans worldwide. Known for their social nature, these majestic animals live in groups of around twelve individuals. They have a diverse diet consisting of squid, octopus, and fish, which they hunt by diving to incredible depths ranging from 300 to 800 meters. In some cases, they even venture down to depths of 1-2 kilometers. Photographed in the vast Atlantic Ocean, this image showcases the beauty and grace with which these marine mammals navigate through their watery habitat. The clear blue water serves as the perfect backdrop for this intimate scene between mother and calf. The intricate details captured by photographer Christopher Swann highlight not only the physical characteristics but also the biological significance of these creatures within our natural world. This stunning print invites us to appreciate both the wonders of marine biology and our responsibility to protect and preserve such magnificent species like the sperm whale for generations to come.
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