Physeter Macrocephalus Collection

Sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) resting, Pico, Azores, Portugal, June 2009 WWE OUTDOOR EXHIBITION. NOT AVAILABLE FOR GREETING CARDS OR CALENDARS. WWE BOOK

A sperm whale family swimming together
A sperm whale family swims together while sharing a close bond between them

Illustration of Giant Squid (Architeuthis) attacking Sperm Whale (Physeter macrocephalus)

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) tail fluke above water as it dives below a rainbow, Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean, Vulnerable species. Digital composite

Physeter macrocephalus, Sperm whale tooth
Sperm whale tooth

Three Sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) socialising under the surface, Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean, Vulnerable species

Sperm whale, Physeter macrocephalus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lesson's Complements de
FLO4660342 Sperm whale, Physeter macrocephalus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lesson's Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris, 1838.; (add.info.: Sperm whale)

Bowhead whale, Balaena mysticetus, sperm whale, Physeter macrocephalus, short-beaked dolphin, Delphinus delphis
FLO4684738 Bowhead whale, Balaena mysticetus, sperm whale, Physeter macrocephalus, short-beaked dolphin, Delphinus delphis, extinct Steller's sea cow, Hydrodamalis gigas, West Indian manatee

Whalers harpooning a bowhead whale a, Balaena mysticetus, and cachelot or pot whale b, Physeter macrocephalus
FLO5000123 Whalers harpooning a bowhead whale a, Balaena mysticetus, and cachelot or pot whale b, Physeter macrocephalus; (add.info)

Sperm whale, Physeter macrocephalus (Physeter polycyphus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere
FLO4660336 Sperm whale, Physeter macrocephalus (Physeter polycyphus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lesson's Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris

Sperm whale, trump whale or sperm whale, Physeter macrocephalus (vulnerable)
FLO4654951 Sperm whale, trump whale or sperm whale, Physeter macrocephalus (vulnerable). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Albert Massard after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel Pretre from Bernard

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) female at the ocean surface with her mouth open. This whale has just surfaced from foraging in deep water. Ogasawara or Bonin Islands, Japan

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) resting just beneath surface, Faial Island, Azores, Portugal, Atlantic Ocean July

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) at surface, Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean. Vulnerable species

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) diving, tail fluke, Kaikoura, South Island, New Zealand

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) portrait, with remora fish, Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean, Vulnerable

Sleeping sperm whale, (Physeter macrocephalus) Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) aerial view. Baja California, Mexico

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) with mouth open, Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean. Vulnerable species

Group of Sperm whales {Physeter macrocephalus} socialising, adults and newborn calf, Azores, Atlantic

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) tail fluke above water during dive, Kaikoura, New Zealand, July, Vulnerable species

Sequence of tail fluke of Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) diving. Dominica. Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean. Digital composite

Sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) large group gathering together, rubbing together to shed skin, interacting and defecating. Indian Ocean, March

Aggregation of Sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) several females swim after a few males, Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean. Photo taken under permit. February

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) mother and calf, Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean. Photo taken under permit. January

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) tail slapping, Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean. Photo taken under permit. January

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) with fully open mouth, Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean. Photo taken under permit

Split-level of a Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) swimming close to the surface, Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean. Photo taken under permit. February

Sperm whale or sperm whale, Physeter macrocephalus (Physeter polycyphus). Vulnerable
FLO4691200 Sperm whale or sperm whale, Physeter macrocephalus (Physeter polycyphus). Vulnerable. Lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann from Heinrich Rudolf Schinz's Illustrated Natural History of

A mother and calf sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) swimming underwater off the coast of Roseau, Dominica, Windward Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

A small pod of sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) swimming underwater off the coast of Roseau, Dominica, Windward Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

A young sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) swimming underwater off the coast of Roseau, Dominica, Windward Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Researcher Susan Bird swimming with a small pod of sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) underwater off the coast of Roseau, Dominica, Windward Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

The flukes of an adult female sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) swimming underwater, Roseau, Dominica, Windward Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Researcher swimming with a small pod of sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) underwater off the coast of Roseau, Dominica, Windward Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) two whales with heads touching, Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean. Vulnerable (IUCN). Photo taken under permit

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) underwater shot of tail fluke of surfacing whale, Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean. Vulnerable (IUCN). Photo taken under permit

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) pod socialising viewed from above, Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean. Vulnerable (IUCN). Photo taken under permit

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) mother and calf Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean

The Sperm-Whale (Physeter Macrocephalus) (engraving)
2816983 The Sperm-Whale (Physeter Macrocephalus) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sperm-Whale (Physeter Macrocephalus)

Sperm Whale Spouting, 1930 (lithograph)
2622243 Sperm Whale Spouting, 1930 (lithograph) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vintage illustration of a sperm whale spouting on the surface of the ocean;)

Sperm whale
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Sperm whale, (Physeter macrocephalus) Pelagos Sanctuary for Mediterranean Marine Mammals, Mediterranean Sea. September

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) mother and calf diving down, Faial Island, Azores, Portugal, Atlantic Ocean July

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) mother and calf, Sri Lanka. March

Group of Sperm whales (Physter macrocephalus) family group swimming together, Indian Ocean, March

Aggregation of Sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) engaged in social activity. Indian Ocean, March

Sperm whale, (Physeter macrocephalus) Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean

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"Discovering the Majesty of Physeter macrocephalus: A Glimpse into the World of Sperm Whales" Sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) find solace in peaceful slumber, as they rest gracefully amidst the tranquil waters off Pico, Azores, Portugal in June 2009. Witness a heartwarming sight as a close-knit sperm whale family glides through the ocean depths together, showcasing their strong bond and unity. Dive into an epic battle between giants as an illustration captures the intense moment when a Giant Squid (Architeuthis) launches its attack on a formidable Sperm Whale (Physeter macrocephalus). Unveiling their social nature beneath the surface, three majestic Sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) engage in playful interactions while exploring Dominica's captivating underwater world. Nature paints a breathtaking scene as a vibrant rainbow arches above while a magnificent Sperm whale's tail fluke emerges from below, signaling its graceful descent into deeper realms. Delve into the fascinating anatomy with an up-close view of its impressive tooth – an essential tool for hunting and survival in their marine habitat. Through intricate illustrations, behold the sheer grandeur and magnificence that defines these incredible creatures – The mighty Sperm Whale (Physeter macrocephalus). Experience the mesmerizing sequence captured by our lenses as we witness a Sperm whale's powerful tail fluke propelling it downwards during an enchanting dive off Dominica's Caribbean Sea. Catch sight of tranquility personified as a resting Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) hovers just beneath Faial Island's azure surface in Azores; truly nature at its most serene state.