General Description: it has a very large head, which is typically one-third of its body length; its brain is the largest and heaviest of all animals (20 pounds)

Habitat: all oceans of the world

Behavior: females form social groups, consisting of adult females and their young calves

Diet: squid, octopus, fish, shrimp

Reproduction: the gestation period is 12-18 months; one calf is born

Interesting Facts: Sperm Whales can live up to 80 years

Merchandise: Kritters in the Mailbox

Related Learning Zones: Whale Learning Zone