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Sea Animals
Narwhal
Monodon monoceros
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Lifespan
- 30-50 years
- Weight
- 800-1,600 kg
- Conservation
- Least Concern
The Narwhal (Monodon monoceros) is a carnivore species found in Arctic waters. It typically lives 30-50 years, weighing around 800-1,600 kg, and is currently classified as Least Concern on conservation status lists.
One fact worth knowing about the narwhal: A narwhal's tusk is actually a giant protruding tooth.
Sea animals cover an enormous range of ocean-dwelling creatures, from massive whales to tiny shrimp. Many have evolved extraordinary adaptations to survive the pressure, cold, and darkness of the deep ocean.