Toothed whales

Toothed whales are a group of marine mammals characterized by their single, rounded teeth and ability to echolocate, which helps them navigate and find food underwater. Unlike baleen whales that filter feed with baleen plates, toothed whales, including dolphins, porpoises, and sperm whales, hunt individual prey such as fish and squid. They are highly intelligent, social animals often seen traveling in groups, and communicate using complex sounds. Toothed whales are found in oceans worldwide, playing essential roles in marine ecosystems through their hunting and social behaviors.