Narwhals, ‘unicorns of sea,’ might use their tusks for play

Narwhals, ‘unicorns of the sea,’ might use their tusks for play
The whales, which have distinctively long tusks, were filmed in the Arctic chasing a fish in what seemed like a “cat-and-mouse” game, surprising scientists.
Narwhals may use their iconic tusks to play
Videos show narwhals using their tusks in several ways, including prodding and flipping a fish. It’s the first reported evidence of the whales playing.
Videos Show Narwhals Using Their Tusks to Play With Their Food
Researchers observed a number of surprising behaviors by the ivory-sporting whales during an expedition with drones in the Canadian High Arctic.
Narwhals may be using their tusks to play, new study finds
Scientists previously thought the narwhal’s trademark tusk helps males compete for mates, but new evidence suggests it may also have a role in foraging and play.
Drone captures narwhals using their tusks to explore, forage and play
Using drones, 17 distinct behaviors of narwhals were captured in the wild. Findings reveal complex behaviors of the Arctic’s iconic whale never seen before. This highly gregarious whale uses its tusk to investigate,
Caught On Drone: Narwhals Stun Prey and Play With Their Tusks
Narwhals, famous for their long, unicorn-like tusks, may use them for much more than display. Drone research has revealed that they actively employ their tusks in hunting, stunning fish before eating them.
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Does the narwhal's famous tusk help it catch fish?
The long, spiral tusks of narwhals could be used by these Arctic whales to stun or even kill prey, according to wildlife ...
Scientists discover narwhals putting their long tusks to surprising new use
Scientists discover narwhals putting their long tusks to surprising new use - Researchers spot complex interactions involving ...
What do narwhals use their tusks for? First-of-its-kind drone footage offers clues
Multiple behaviors were observed that indicate narwhal tusks — like Swiss Army knives — serve as multi-purpose tools. While ...
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Narwhals use their tusks in completely unexpected ways
New research shows narwhals use their tusks to catch fish, play, and communicate. Scientists captured their behaviors using ...
Behold Rare Footage of What Narwhals Actually Use Their Tusks For
Narwhal tusks are the stuff of legends — literally. Growing up to ten feet long, they were once believed by some medieval ...
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Remarkable Drone Footage Reveals How Narwhals Use Their Tusks
With a fabled ability to purify tainted water or heal ailments, the narwhal's spiraling tusk was highly coveted during the Middle Ages when it was mistaken for a unicorn's horn.