Narwhal
A kind of whale · also called narwhale, narval, moon whale
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The narwhal is an Arctic whale known for its stout body and long, spiral tusk.
Narwhals are medium-sized toothed whales that share a similar stocky shape and size with their close relatives, beluga whales. Adult males are generally larger than females and develop a prominent spiral tusk that can grow between 4.9 and 9.8 feet (1.5 to 3 m) long. This famous tusk is actually an elongated canine tooth that extends straight through the upper lip. Even with their substantial weight, their compact bodies and lack of a dorsal fin help them navigate through tight spaces in sea ice.
From Wikipedia
The narwhal is a species of toothed whale native to the Arctic. It is the only member of the genus Monodon and one of two living representatives of the family Monodontidae.
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Questions people ask
- How big is a narwhal?
- A narwhal measures about 16.4 feet (5 m) long, stands 3.9 feet (1.2 m) tall, and weighs roughly 2,646 pounds (1,200 kg). That makes its body roughly as long and heavy as a standard cargo van.
- How much space does a narwhal take up?
- About 1.57 yd³ (1.2 m³), the volume of its body.
Weight
1.32 US tons (1.2 tonnes)
- Space it takes up
- 1.57 yd³ (1.2 m³)
- Length
- 16.4 ft (5 m)
- Height
- 3.94 ft (1.2 m)
Quick answer
A narwhal measures about 16.4 feet (5 m) long, stands 3.9 feet (1.2 m) tall, and weighs roughly 2,646 pounds (1,200 kg). That makes its body roughly as long and heavy as a standard cargo van.
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