Weird Animals – A List Of The World’s Strangest Species

Narwhal
Narwhal
Scientific name: Monodon monoceros

Type of animal: Mammal

Family: Monodontidae

Where found: Arctic Ocean

Conservation status: Least Concern

The narwhal is a type of toothed whale found in the Arctic Ocean. It has a distinctive appearance, with a long, spiral tusk that can grow up to 10 ft. / 3 meters in length. Only male narwhals have tusks, which are an extension of the upper left canine tooth.

Narwhals are primarily carnivorous, feeding on fish, squid, and other small aquatic animals. They are also known for their ability to navigate through thick sea ice, using their tusks to break through the ice to breathe.