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 they likely evolved for sexual selection (males use their tusks to compete for females), they also appear to be integral in hunting and play.
Drone Captures First-Ever Evidence of Narwhals Using Their Tusks to Explore, Forage, and Play
The scientific name of the narwhal (Monodon monoceros) literally translates to "one tooth, one horn," an incredibly ironic name.
Drones show narwhals use tusks for more than previously thought
Using drones, scientists were able to see previously unreported interactions between narwhals and found that they use their tusks for many different behaviors. In a study published by the journal Frontiers in Marine Science last Thursday,
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.
Video shows first clear evidence of narwhals using tusks to play—and stun prey
Discover how narwhals use their spiral tusks as multipurpose tools in the wild with groundbreaking drone footage.
Drone captures narwhals using their tusks to explore, forage and play
The narwhal (Monodon monoceros), an iconic whale of remote Arctic waters, is widely known for its long, spiral tusk, which is really an elongated tooth. The tusk, which is predominantly found in males and can grow up to 10 feet long,
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.
FAU study reveals how narwhals, the ‘unicorns of the sea,’ explore and play
A new study from Florida Atlantic University is shedding light on the narwhals’ many explorations, the way they use their tusks to seek out fish, and how they like to play.
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B.C. plans for future without American electricity as Trump tariffs take hold
As Ontario Premier Doug Ford threatens to cut off electricity exports to the U.S. in retaliation for sweeping tariffs on ...
Narwhals spotted using tusks for non-mating fun
According to the team, the narwhals showed remarkable dexterity, precision, and speed of movement of the tusk. They also ...
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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 ...
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What on earth is potash? A massive Canadian export in the eye of the U.S. tariff storm
Everything you need to know about potash as Canada - U.S. tariff talks put this critical mineral big in Saskatchewan in focus ...
Arctic7 Shares Details of Its Work on ‘Skeleton Crew’ and Cinematics Partnership With Fateless
Arctic7 shares details of its work on Lucasfilm's 'Skeleton Crew' and its new cinematics partnership with Fateless for its ...