Responders successfully stabilized and returned a stranded pygmy sperm whale to open waters near Pagudpud following a rescue operation on August 18.

Veterinarians are conducting autopsies and studies on stranded whales, sperm whales, and dolphins along the French Riviera, providing valuable information for scientists about these deep-sea cetaceans.

Male sperm whales produce incredibly loud and regular clicking sounds, considered the loudest animal noise ever measured in the ocean. These sounds, believed to be related to mating, can travel up to 70 kilometers under favorable conditions.

Scientists have discovered that sperm whales can sleep in a nearly upright position in the water by releasing gas bubbles, allowing them to maintain buoyancy.

A dead sperm whale was discovered and fished out of the sea near Ivana port in Batanes, Philippines, with villagers, firemen, and the Coast Guard assisting.

East Mediterranean sperm whales have developed their own distinct, fast-paced dialects, separating them from their Western relatives, demonstrating that regional differences in 'accents' exist in the animal kingdom, not just among humans.

Twitch streamer Maya Higa has announced her withdrawal from Kai Cenat's Streamer University 2026, citing a scheduling conflict with a long-standing conservation project focused on sperm whales.

Nearly two decades of acoustic recordings have revealed that sperm whales in the eastern and western Mediterranean Sea possess different vocalizations, suggesting they only interact with members of their own vocal clan.

A rare sighting of five sperm whales was captured on video off the coast of Lefkada, Greece. Passengers on a boat recorded the unique spectacle.

Director Brian Duffield shares insights into the making of his film 'Whalefall', including the experience of depicting being inside a sperm whale and preventing star Austin Abrams from performing dangerous stunts.

New research indicates that sperm whale communication patterns bear resemblances to human language, with some scientists noting similarities to Chinese. Researchers are actively working to decode these complex vocalizations.

A new robot has been developed with the aim of tracking and understanding the conversations of sperm whales. This initiative seeks to advance research into marine communication.

A 25-tonne sperm whale carcass is slowly decomposing on an idyllic Sydney beach, attracting sharks and eagles, as authorities deliberate on how to remove the massive creature.

Disney unveils the first trailer for Whalefall, an intense survival thriller set to hit theaters in 2026.

A German science article reports on linguistic studies revealing surprising parallels between sperm whale clicks and human vowels, bringing researchers closer to deciphering whale communication.

A sperm whale has washed ashore on the beach between Renesse and Nieuw-Haamstede in the Netherlands and is presumed to be no longer alive, according to local reports.

A sperm whale has washed ashore at Írskra brunn in Gufuskálar, Iceland, drawing attention as a 'magnificent sight'.

Rare video footage has emerged showing a group of ten female sperm whales cooperatively lifting a newborn calf to the ocean surface, enabling it to take its crucial first breath.

The first birth of a sperm whale has been captured on video, offering unprecedented insights into the social cohesion and communication of these marine animals, with footage revealing the dramatic moment of birth and other females assisting the mother and newborn.

A rare video filmed in 2023 has emerged, depicting female sperm whales from two distinct pods working together to assist another whale during the birth of its calf.

New film footage has for the first time documented sperm whales using powerful headbutts, a behavior previously only anecdotally reported in the 19th century when they allegedly sank whaling ships.

A sperm whale found stranded in Sultan Kudarat, Philippines, has died hours after a rescue attempt, despite efforts to save it.

A deceased sperm whale has drawn a crowd of onlookers to Lista, Norway, with discussions underway regarding burying the large carcass deep in the sand to manage the impending odor. The whale's size has been compared to that of an elephant.

An autopsy performed on sperm whales could not determine the cause of their death, leaving the reason for their demise unexplained.

KORONADAL CITY, SOUTH COTABATO, Philippines — Personnel of Sarangani Bay Protected Seascape (SBPS) have assessed and eventually buried a 12.3 meter female sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) found dead off the coast of Glan, Sarangani on Sunday morning. The sea mammal, already in moderate decomposition stage, was first sighted by Bantay Dagat (Sea patrol) of Glan,

Several sperm whales that had washed ashore on shoals near Denmark's Fanø island in recent days have died, according to regional media reports.

Four sperm whales that stranded on Fanø island in Denmark have died, likely after getting lost on their migration south. Rescue efforts were unsuccessful.

On Sunday, all sperm whales on Fanø are confirmed dead. The jaws will be analyzed at the University of Copenhagen.

20th Century Fox has released a new trailer for its upcoming survival thriller film 'Whalefall,' which features Josh Brolin's undersea lessons as key to Austin Abrams' character's survival inside a whale. The trailer shows Abrams fighting to escape a 60-ton sperm whale with one hour of oxygen.

Sperm whales release bubbles to prevent themselves from floating to the surface while resting. This behavior counteracts their natural tendency to float due to spermaceti oil and expanding lung gases at shallower depths.

Swimmers at a beach in Volos, Greece, were surprised to see a sperm whale diving and playing on the surface offshore.

Researchers have identified three previously unknown stomach bacteria in pygmy sperm whales after examining stranded whales along Florida's coast for over two decades. This discovery provides valuable insights into the health and biology of these elusive marine mammals.

Ambergris, a grey-white waxy substance associated with sperm whales, was once used as an unusual ingredient to flavor ice cream, in addition to its historical use in perfumery and cooking.

A waxy lump of ambergris, a valuable substance formed in sperm whale digestive tracts, has been found on an Icelandic beach, prompting a local business to seek to purchase it.

In a groundbreaking study, scientists harnessed the power of artificial intelligence to decode the intricate communication system of sperm whales.

A new scientific study reveals that Mediterranean sperm whales possess a complex form of communication that varies geographically. Researchers identified two distinct 'dialects' among these marine mammals.

A rare and spectacular sight unfolded near Lefkada in the Ionian Sea, where a group of five sperm whales was observed surfacing, captivating onlookers.

The body of a female sperm whale, believed to have been hit at sea, washed ashore on the beaches of Sitges, Spain. The carcass was first spotted ten days prior near Barcelona with its umbilical cord still attached.

Scientists are employing an autonomous underwater robot to monitor and follow sperm whale communications in real time, analyzing their distinctive clicks as they interact deep beneath the ocean surface.

Beaches near Sydney have been closed due to a large section of a sperm whale washing ashore, leading to increased shark activity in the area.

A study by Project Ceti Settie has found that sperm whale communication closely parallels human language, observing whales supporting a birth through vocalisation. This suggests sperm whales possess an alphabet and communication system akin to human speech, despite sharing a common ancestor over 90 million years ago.

A new study has revealed that the communication patterns of sperm whales closely parallel human language. Researchers suggest this discovery could offer new insights into complex animal communication.

A massive sperm whale has washed ashore near Gufuskálar in Iceland, and authorities currently have no plans to remove the carcass.

A 40-tonne sperm whale carcass has led to the relocation of Tasmania's largest open water swim due to concerns it would attract sharks. Authorities deemed moving the carcass unfeasible.

Marine biologists have documented how multiple adult female sperm whales surround a mother during birth and collectively help hoist the calf out of the water.

A pygmy sperm whale has been discovered in the Mediterranean Sea, a new inhabitant previously unknown to the region, thanks to the analysis of environmental DNA (eDNA) — genetic traces left by organisms in their surroundings.

Scientists have recorded rare footage of a sperm whale giving birth, offering unprecedented insights into the reproductive behavior of these elusive marine mammals.

Scientists have successfully recorded a sperm whale birth at close range for the first time, leading to extraordinary discoveries about the species' reproductive behavior.

Using drones, researchers have finally confirmed long-suspected observations that sperm whales engage in headbutting behavior, though the specific purpose of these interactions remains a mystery.

Residents in Thy, Denmark, are demanding that authorities remove a dead sperm whale from the beach, but the Environmental Protection Agency has indicated it does not intend to remove it despite local dissatisfaction.

A pygmy sperm whale was discovered dead on the East Coast Road (ECR) coast, with preliminary observations suggesting the animal died at sea and was subsequently washed ashore by the tide.

Autopsies performed on sperm whales found near Fanø and Skallingen in Denmark have not yet revealed the cause of their deaths, with final results pending.

A dead sperm whale, the largest species of toothed whale, was discovered on a beach in southern Israel.

Three sperm whales have become stranded near Fanø, Denmark, prompting authorities to plan their removal. One of the whales will undergo an autopsy to determine the cause of stranding.

Another sperm whale has been found stranded on the shores of Fanø island in Denmark, marking a recurring event for the area.

New research indicates that the complex click sounds produced by sperm whales share structural similarities with human language, suggesting a potential form of communication.

Researchers have discovered that resting sperm whales blow bubbles to maintain their depth and avoid floating to the surface, a unique adaptation for deep-sea sleep.

Scientists off the Caribbean island of Dominica have discovered that sperm whales change their 'vowel' sounds, a specific pattern of clicking noises, when marine traffic is nearby. This research highlights the impact of human activity on marine mammal communication.

A dead sperm whale, measuring eight to nine meters, was discovered in a natural pool near Cahuita, Costa Rica. Multiple agencies responded to remove the remains from the challenging site.

A sperm whale has been sighted multiple times since late May, including off Kamena Vourla and in the Maliakos Gulf, making the area its apparent home.

A new study reveals that groups of sperm whales on opposite sides of the Mediterranean Sea communicate using distinct dialects.

Researchers have detected distinct click patterns, or 'dialects,' among matriarchal groups of sperm whales on separate sides of the Mediterranean, which are used to form social structures.

A family of sperm whales has been spotted off the coast of Sanremo, Italy. This sighting marks a notable event for marine life in the area.

20th Century Studios has released the first trailer for 'Whalefall,' an adaptation of Daniel Kraus' novel, which is set to hit theaters in October and stars Austin Abrams and Josh Brolin.

A groundbreaking autonomous underwater glider equipped with artificial intelligence can track sperm whales for months without disturbing them. The device was developed to monitor the vocalizations of these whales.

LEGAZPI CITY — A dead sperm whale was found along the shoreline of Sitio Ilo in Barangay Batohonan, Viga town in Catanduanes on Wednesday, April 29.

Scientists have made an astonishing discovery in the deep ocean, finding that sperm whales use a surprisingly complex communication system based on distinct click patterns, or 'coda,' which functions like an alphabet.

Despite sharing a common ancestor with humans over 90 million years ago, sperm whales appear to have an alphabet and communication system akin to human speech.

A sperm whale that had washed ashore near Renesse and subsequently drifted away was successfully pulled back onto the beach. The deceased animal is expected to be dissected today.

A massive sperm whale has washed ashore at Írskrabrunn in Gufuskálar, Iceland, with authorities stating there are currently no plans to remove the carcass.

A 12-meter sperm whale has stranded on a beach in Loire-Atlantique, France, with rescue efforts by firefighters failing to return the animal to the water.

A four-meter sperm whale was discovered dead on a beach north of Menorca, with its removal scheduled for Saturday, weather permitting.

Two new scientific studies, published on March 26, demonstrate that female sperm whales actively assist each other during birth, based on research conducted near Dominica in 2023.

Scientists observed a unique event in July 2023 in the Caribbean where a birthing sperm whale was aided by ten other female whales in its group, a rare cooperative behavior now captured in an extraordinary video.

Drone videos and sound recordings have captured sperm whales in the Eastern Caribbean helping one another during a birth, with a group surrounding the mother and supporting the newborn's first breaths.

A sperm whale that stranded on Østhasselstrand in Lista, Norway, before the weekend was found to have no food in its stomach, suggesting it starved to death.

A sperm whale smiling, the maternal instinct of an octopus mother, or an underwater meteor shower. The international underwater photography award recognized images and methods for all tastes.

Experts describe the stranding as ‘highly unusual’

The cause of death has yet to be determined; experts from the University of Haifa and the Delphis Association for Marine Animals are expected to conduct an autopsy in the coming days.

Three sperm whales that stranded near Fanø, Denmark, are scheduled for removal by the Environmental Protection Agency. One of the whales will also undergo an autopsy.

Multiple sperm whales have stranded off a Danish island in the North Sea, with all of them eventually dying. This marks the third such stranding event in Denmark this year.

New research reveals sophisticated social behaviors in animals, from ants treating injuries and primates using same-sex behavior for harmony, to sperm whales communicating with vowel-like clicks.