In 1819, the 238-ton Essex set sail from Nantucket on a routine voyage to hunt whales. Fifteen months later the Essex was rammed and sunk by an enraged sperm whale. Fearing cannibals on the islands to the west, the 20-man crew set out in three small boats for South America, almost 3,000 miles away. Three months later, only eight were left alive. This book shares a fantastic saga of survival and adventure, steeped in the lore of the whaling tradition,...

"In Sperm Whales, beginning readers will learn about sperm whales as they swim in the ocean. Follow along as sperm whales hunt giant squid and swim with their pod. Vibrant, action-packed photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they are learn about belugas' appearance, diet, behaviors, and habitat. A picture diagram labels a sperm whale's body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more...

Dive into Earth's oceans and discover the world of the sperm whale! Stunning, full-color photos show these large-headed whales above water and below. A range map reveals where these special sea creatures can be found. A labeled diagram helps readers identify flukes, flippers, and more. The sperm whale's size, habitat, senses, threats, diet, reproduction, and unique behaviors are also introduced. Plus, find out about the spermaceti organ that gives...

Introduces sperm whales, including their different body parts, how they travel in groups, what they eat, and how they care for their young.

Introduces sperm whales, including their different body parts, how they travel in groups, what they eat, and how they care for their young. Introduce cachalotes, incluyendo sus diferentes partes del cuerpo, la forma en que viajan en grupos, lo que comen, y cómo cuidan a sus crías.

Mama Whale and the rest of the pod protect her calf when a killer whale is spotted in the waters off Hawaii.

"For centuries, we have been fascinated by the sperm whale--the world's largest toothed predator. Now you can experience an intimate underwater journey to connect with these majestic and gentle goliaths. Inspired by a life-changing childhood experience, Gaelin Rosenwaks set off on a journey to tell the story of sperm whale families through photography and film. In the waters off Dominica, she observed--eye to eye--the close bond between mother and...

"Most wildlife documentaries focus on animal behavior, but Inside Nature's Giants goes inside the largest animals on the planet to explore their anatomy, reveal their intricate inner workings and uncover their evolutionary secrets. In this episode, veterinary scientist Mark Evans and comparative anatomist Joy Reidenberg battle through the night against a rising tide to explore the mysteries of the largest predator on Earth--the Sperm Whale. Despite...