Resourses from sperm whales

For sperm whales, which are not filter feeders, the biggest threat from an oil disaster and from the toxic chemical dispersants used to break up the oil, is the harm that may be done to prey species deep underwater. This site uses cookies to assist with navigation, analyse your use of our services, and provide content from third parties. Public Services. Sperm Whale Physeter macrocephalus Status: Endangered. Nevertheless, some nations have resumed limited whaling outside the jurisdiction of the IWC taking species that are not generally considered to be critically endangered. Sperm whales are capable of producing clicking sounds that are roughly equivalent in volume to a rifle shot and rank among the loudest animal sounds.

Our work includes, but is not limited to: Stock assessments. Irrawaddy dolphin O. Extensive whaling may have decreased their size, as males were highly sought, primarily after World War II. Females become fertile at around 9 years of age.