VU Carnivore Oceans
Up to 57000 kg
Weight
50–60 yrs
Lifespan
60 km/h
Top Speed
Worldwide
Found In
Weighing Up to 57000 kg, the Sperm Whale ranks as one of the heaviest carnivore mammals (#1 of 32). Native to Worldwide, it lives in oceans habitats and is classified as Vulnerable.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Sperm Whale | Carnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 57K kg | 50 kg | ↑ 113900% |
| Height | 2.1K cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 60 km/h | 48 km/h | ↑ 25% |
| Avg Speed | 60 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 55 yrs | 12.5 yrs | ↑ 340% |
Endemic to Worldwide
Habitat: Oceans
Found In: Worldwide
Coloration: Gray
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Solitary.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 50–60 days
Offspring per Birth: 1
Lifespan: 50–60 years
Why It Is Vulnerable
VU Listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List — one of 34 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Vulnerable Species
Ranked #1 of 34 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sperm Whale | Up to 57000 kg | VU |
| 2 | African Elephant | 2700–6000 kg | VU |
| 3 | Great White Shark | Up to 2268 kg | VU |
| 4 | Hippopotamus | 1300–3200 kg | VU |
| 5 | Gaur | 600–1300 kg | VU |
| 6 | Shortfin Mako Shark | Up to 800 kg | VU |