Odontoceti Collection (#6)

A Split View Of Spinner Dolphin (Stenella Longirostris) Below Water And The Island Of Lanai Above; Hawaii, United States Of America

Four Spinner Dolphin (Stenella Longirostris) Off The Island Of Lanai; Hawaii, United States Of America

Beluga (Delphinapterus leucas) group underwater

Rough-toothed dolphin skull with ink scrimshaw
Skull of a rough-toothed dolphin, a species that lives deep in tropical waters.The skull, believed to date back to 1850, has been decorated with ink by sailors in scrimshaw

Cross-section underwater view of dolphins swimming and leaping over water surface, side view

Lagenorhynchus obscurus, dusky dolphin
Delphinus fitzRoyi. Plate from The Zoology of the Voyage of H.M.S. Beagle, Vol. 1 Part 2 Mammalia, 1838-1839, by Charles Darwin

The Soosoo of the Ganges, a river dolphin
Line drawing, plate 28 from the Naturalists Library volume XXV11 by Robert Hamilton, 1836

Prosqualodon davidi, skull cast
Cast of the cranium of Prosqualodon davidi from the early Miocene of Tasmania, Australia (original skull no longer exists)

Common Dolphin, Delphinus delphis, side view

Rissos Dolphin, Grampus griseus, side view

Several Porpoise (Phoecoenidae) species simultaneously jumping out from water, Vaquita or Gulf Porpoise (phocoena sinus), Dalls Porpoise (phocoenoides dalli)

Cartoon of a killer whale under a boat

Beluga (Delphinapterus leucas), or white whale, head

Beluga Whale, White Whale -Delphinapterus leucas-, Sea of Japan, Primorsky Krai, Russia

Front view of leaping Killer Whale, Orcinus orca

Sperm whale excavation C016 / 5929
Sperm whale excavation, Excavation of a sperm whale skull and skeleton in Bridlington, Humberside, UK, in 1938

Northern bottlenose whale skeleton C016 / 6156
Skeleton of the northern bottlenose whale (Hyperoodon ampullatus), also known as the Thames Whale, which became stranded in the River Thames in January 2006

Short-finned pilot whales C014 / 0554
Short-finned pilot whales. Group of three juvenile short-finned pilot whales (Globicephala macrorhynchus). These animals are actually large dolphins and are found throughout the worlds temperate

Dolphins, artwork C016 / 6185
Dolphins, artwork. Plate one from Edward Wilsons Terra Nova Expedition (officially the British Antarctic Expedition 1910) sketch book showing three dolphins

Homeward Bound
Illustration (p.531) from Charles Darwins Journal of Researches, first illustrated edition 1890

Sketch of Dolphins by Edward Wilson
Plate one from Edward Wilson sTerra Nova sketch book showing three dolphins

Orcaella brevirostris, Irrawaddy dolphin
Photograph of the dorsal view of the skull of an Irrawaddy dolphin

Sousa teuszii, Atlantic Hump-backed Dolphin skull

Physeter macrocephalus, sperm whale
Detail of the mouth of a male sperm whale skeleton on display in the Mammal and Whale Gallery (number 24), at the Natural History Museum, London. Specimen found in Caithness, Scotland in 1865

Dolphin casting, c. 1924, The Natural History Museum
Percy Stammwitz, the skilled technician captured here in the Preparators Workshop making casts of dolphins for models in the proposed new Whale Hall

Tabula
Illustration from Handlung 1 Tabula, by Kirschner, 1786

Physeter catodon, sperm whale
A 52 ft male sperm whale stranded at Atwick, Humberside in Dec 1993. Teeth removed for sectioning determined the animals age at 35 yrs. Whale stranding programme -nhm.ac.uk/zoology/stranding/

Pursuit of Flying Fish by Dolphins & Birds
A line drawing from The Ocean by P. H. Gosse 1846 Page 183 illustrating a pursuit of flying fish by dolphins and birds

Kogia breviceps, pygmy sperm whale
Photograph of the skull of a pygmy sperm whale

Sperm whale skeleton, March 1901
This sperm whale skeleton stood in the Central Hall between 1882 and 1901. The whale was found near Thurso, Scotland, in 1863

Monodon monoceros, narwhal
The skull and a selecton of vertebrae specimens of the narwhal whale, held at the Natural History Museum, London

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"Discover the Fascinating World of Odontoceti: Masters of the Ocean" Odontoceti, a diverse group of marine mammals, includes some of the most awe-inspiring creatures that inhabit our oceans. Among them are the magnificent Killer Whales or Orcas (Orcinus orca), known for their intelligence and striking black and white coloration. In one captivating moment, we witness Mel, a male Killer Whale, launching an attack on a young South American sea lion. This display of hunting prowess showcases their formidable nature as apex predators. Traveling to Shetland, Scotland in April, we observe an entire pod of Orca whales surfacing together. Their synchronized movements create a mesmerizing spectacle against the backdrop of picturesque landscapes. Another remarkable sight unfolds as a pod of Killer Whales collaboratively hunts in a herring baitball. Witnessing their strategic teamwork is truly remarkable and highlights their exceptional hunting skills. Venturing into warmer waters, we encounter a playful pod of Indian Ocean bottlenose dolphins gracefully swimming over vibrant coral reefs. Their presence brings joy to both divers and marine enthusiasts alike. Delving deeper beneath the surface off Dominica's coast reveals three socializing Sperm whales. These gentle giants demonstrate their strong bonds while navigating the mysterious depths with grace and tranquility. Journeying to Ogasawara / Bonin Islands in Japan unveils an Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphin with its unique extended penis—a fascinating glimpse into their reproductive biology rarely seen by human eyes. The Three Kings Islands in New Zealand serve as home to Orcas/Killer Whales roaming freely through open waters. Observing these majestic creatures thriving within their natural habitat is nothing short of breathtaking. A magical moment occurs when a Sperm whale dives below a rainbow while showcasing its massive tail fluke above water—an enchanting scene symbolizing harmony between land and sea.