Macrocephalus Collection

Manta Eclipse
Barathieu Gabriel

Manta Ray feeding
Barathieu Gabriel

Sperm whale or cachalot, Physeter macrocephalus (vulnerable)
Sperm whale or cachalot, Physeter macrocephalus (Physeter polycyphus). Vulnerable. Lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann from Heinrich Rudolf Schinzs Illustrated Natural History of Men and Animals, 1836

Mobula alfredi
Barathieu Gabriel

South Island tomit, Petroica macrocephala macrocephala (Great-headed titmouse
FLO4658763 South Island tomit, Petroica macrocephala macrocephala (Great-headed titmouse, Parus macrocephalus). Native to New Zealand

Sperm whale being hunted by whalers, 19th century
Sperm whale or cachalot, Physeter macrocephalus, being harpooned by whalers, 19th century. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by James Stewart from Georg Friedrich Treitschkes Gallery of

Bowhead whale and cachelot
Whalers harpooning a bowhead whale a, Balaena mysticetus, and cachelot or pot whale b, Physeter macrocephalus. Chromolithograph from Gotthilf Heinrich von Schuberts Natural History (Naturgeschichte)

Cetaceans
Bowhead whale, Balaena mysticetus, sperm whale, Physeter macrocephalus, short-beaked dolphin, Delphinus delphis, extinct Stellers sea cow, Hydrodamalis gigas, West Indian manatee, Trichechus manatus

South Island tomtit, Petroica macrocephala macrocephala (Great-headed titmouse, Parus macrocephalus). Native to New Zealand

Sperm whale, trump whale or cachalot, Physeter macrocephalus (vulnerable). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Albert Massard after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel Pretre from Bernard Germain de

Large-headed capuchin, Sapajus apella macrocephalus (Large-headed sapajou, Cebus monachus). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H

Ambush bug and Chinese lantern plant
Ambush bug, Macrocephalus cimicoides 1, 2, and bladder cherry or Chinese lantern plant, Physalis alkekengi 3. Phymates, Physalide

Sperm whale and narwhal
Sperm whale or cachalot, Physeter macrocephalus, vulnerable 1, and narwhal or narwhale, Monodon monoceros, near threatened 2

Sperm or trump whale, Physeter macrocephalus 1, 2, vulnerable. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1802

Fluke of a Sperm Whale, Sri Lanka
Fluke of a Sperm Whale (Physeter macrocephalus) splashing water at the surface of the ocean; Sri Lanka

A Beached Sperm Whale, Physeter Macrocephalus. From A 19Th Century Print

Extinct fossil gastropods: Ammonites Parkinsoni, A. macrocephalus, Serpula grandis.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany

Rooting bolete, Boletus radicans, edible.. Chromolithograph by C. Krause from Fritz Leubas Edible and Poisonous Mushrooms, Neuchatel, Switzerland, 1890

Narwhal or narwhale, Monodon monoceros, and sperm whale, Physeter macrocephalus (vulnerable).. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Frederic Cuviers Dictionary of Natural Science: Mammals

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Sperm Whale Date:

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Sperm Whale - blowing / spouting (Physeter macrocephalus) Date:

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Sperm whale - aerial of whale watching vessel approaching two sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) Date:

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British Divers Marine Life Rescue (BDMLR) medics discussing how to refloat a stranded sperm whale in the Wash, Norfolk (Physeter macrocephalus) Date:

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Sperm WHALE - with scuba diver (Physeter Macrocephalus) Date:

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Whale Research - researchers on boat trying obtain of a piece of skin from a Sperm Whale (Physeter macrocephalus) Date:

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Sperm Whale (Physeter macrocephalus ) Date:

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Sperm Whale (Physeter macrocephalus ) Date:

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Sperm Whale (Physeter macrocephalus ) Date:

Sperm Whale, Physeter catodon, Lesser Antilles, Caribbean, Dominica

Sperm Whale, Physeter catodon, Azores, Atlantic Ocean, Portugal

Sperm Whale at Sea
Sperm whale at sea

Sperm Whale on Rocks
A sperm whale catodon macrocephalus

Young Sperm Whale (Physeter macrocephalus) spy-hopping (note the sloughing skin)
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

Sperm Whale - tail fluke shedding water droplets as it dives off Kaikoura South Island New Zealand
MAB-505 Sperm Whale - tail fluke shedding water droplets as it dives off Kaikoura South Island New Zealand Physeter macrocephalus Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display

Cachalot Whale
Cachalot whales (physeter macrocephalus)

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"Macrocephalus: Exploring the Enigmatic Giants of the Ocean" Dive into the world of Macrocephalus, a captivating term that encompasses various species with remarkably large heads. From the majestic Mobula alfredi, also known as South Island tomit or Great-headed titmouse, to the vulnerable Sperm whale or cachalot (Physeter macrocephalus), these creatures have fascinated scientists and nature enthusiasts alike. Intriguingly, it has witnessed both awe-inspiring moments and heartbreaking history. The 19th century whaling era saw brave hunters pursuing Sperm whales relentlessly. These magnificent beings were targeted for their valuable oil and other resources, leaving an indelible mark on their population. However, not all encounters with they can marked by conflict. Bowhead whales gracefully coexist alongside cachalots in certain regions, showcasing the harmonious beauty of cetaceans in their natural habitat. Similarly, South Island tomtits add a touch of vibrancy with their striking appearance amidst lush surroundings. The significance extends beyond marine life alone; it transcends boundaries across different species and ecosystems. For instance, even land-dwelling creatures like Large-headed capuchins (Sapajus apella macrocephalus) carry this distinctive trait within their own realm. Nature's intricate web reveals fascinating connections between seemingly unrelated organisms - such as an ambush bug finding solace amidst Chinese lantern plants or a symbiotic relationship between Sperm whales and narwhals. Ultimately, when we delve deeper into Macrocephalus' vast expanse encompassing diverse habitats and species like trump whales or Physeter macrocephalus themselves - we uncover tales that inspire curiosity about our planet's wonders. Let us celebrate these incredible giants who remind us of nature's grandeur while urging us to protect them from further harm.