The whales, which have distinctively long tusks, were filmed in the Arctic chasing a fish in what seemed like a ...

Scientists discover narwhals putting their long tusks to surprising new use - Researchers spot complex interactions involving ...

The long, spiral tusks of narwhals could be used by these Arctic whales to stun or even kill prey, according to wildlife ...

Researchers observed a number of surprising behaviors by the ivory-sporting whales during an expedition with drones in the Canadian High Arctic.

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.

Ely is known as “the sad elephant.” She’s been depressed since she was rescued from abusive conditions at a circus years ago.

“Seeing that mammoth tusk just brings the ancient world to life,” Juett said. “Now, I can’t help but imagine that huge animal ...

At this point in history, the hubristic belief that people are above nature has allowed humans to bring immeasurable change to the natural systems that all of life depends upon for survival. The ...

The cold waters of the Arctic are home to an unusual whale that you might have heard of, the narwhal. Narwhals have a long, sharp tusk that juts out of their heads. As NPR's Nell Greenfieldboyce ...

(CNN) — Scientists say they have the first recorded video evidence of narwhals using tusks not only to strike and manipulate fish during feeding but also engage in what appears to be playful ...