sperm whale
US /ˈspɜːrm ˌweɪl/
UK /ˈspɜːrm ˌweɪl/
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potvis
a large toothed whale with a massive, square head, typically living in deep water and feeding on squid. The male has a large amount of spermaceti in the head, formerly hunted for its oil and ambergris.
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The sperm whale is known for its deep dives.
De potvis staat bekend om zijn diepe duiken.
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Ambergris, a valuable substance, is produced in the digestive system of the sperm whale.
Ambergris, een waardevolle stof, wordt geproduceerd in het spijsverteringsstelsel van de potvis.