Sperm whale underwater, Physeter macrocephalus. Sperm whales are found year-round in the abyssal trench alongside the island of Dominica since this is where they forage for deep-sea squid.
Species: Sperm whale, Physeter macrocephalus
Location: Dominica
Image ID: 41465
Lat/Long: 15.25686, -61.42045 (Coordinates: 15° 15' 24.71" N, 61° 25' 13.63" W)
Format: Digital 10:16
Species: Sperm whale, Physeter macrocephalus
Location: Dominica
Image ID: 41465
Lat/Long: 15.25686, -61.42045 (Coordinates: 15° 15' 24.71" N, 61° 25' 13.63" W)
Format: Digital 10:16
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Categories:
- Animal > Cetacean > Whale > Sperm Whale
- Subject > Technique > Underwater
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