Cuvier's Beaked Whale Skull

Cuvier's Beaked Whale - The Cuvier's beaked whale are found in nearly all the worlds oceans. Males of this species possess two teeth that protrude from the lower jaw. These are sometimes used in sparing with other males and often leave characteric scars all along their opponents body. Females also possess these teeth but they rarely errupt beyond the gum line. Cuvier's beaked whales travel in pods numbering 10 to 15 individuals but males are occationally solitary. This species feeds on various crutaceans, mollusks, squid and pelagic fish.

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WTQ-221
Pygmy Sperm Whale Skull
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Skull length: 95cm / 37.4"
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Pygmy Sperm Whale Skeleton
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Tooth Length: 7.6cm / 3"
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Cuvier's Beaked Whale Order: Cetacea
Family: Ziphiidae
Ziphius cavirostris Skull Length: 95cm / 37.4"
Origin: Tropical and Temperate Oceans 
Carnivore 
Tooth Count 0-0
1-1
= 2
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WTQ-221-T Teeth (Set) - Replica Teaching Quality: $25.00
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