What are narwhals?

The narwhal (Monodon monoceros), or narwhale, is a medium-sized toothed whale that possesses a large"tusk" from a protruding canine tooth. It lives year-round in the Arctic waters around Greenland, Canada, and Russia. read more

Narwhals are related to bottlenose dolphins, belugas, harbor porpoises, and orcas. Like some other porpoises, they travel in groups and feed on fish, shrimp, squid, and other aquatic fare. They are often sighted swimming in groups of 15 to 20, but gatherings of hundreds—or even several thousand—narwhals have been reported. read more

Basic Facts About Narwhals The"unicorn of the ocean," the narwhal (Monodon monoceros) is one of the rarest whales in the world. Narwhals are very elusive and mysterious in nature, and very distinct in appearance due to the large horn-like tusk on their faces. read more