Sperm whale

Sperm whales, also known as cachalots, were large carnivorous whales.

Abilities
Sperm whales were powerful swimmers. They could swim up to in a single day, and dive to a depth of , although it has been reported they could dive as far down as.

Behavior
Sperm whales lived in groups called pods. They communicated with each other via whale-song. They maintained positive relations with good-aligned sentient aquatic species. Sperm whales were curious about surface-dwelling humanoids but cautious around those who hunted whales.

Combat
Sperm whales defended themselves by using their massive tail as a weapon. Sperm whales were large enough to swallow entire boats in one gulp. Sperm whales were hunted as prey by other large sea creatures such as the Zakharan kraken.

Habitat
Sperm whales lived in oceans and seas. They were known to inhabit the waters of the Sea of Fallen Stars.

Biology
Sperm whales were carnivorous and hunted large fish and octopuses. . Their primary prey were giant squids.

Uses
Sperm whales naturally produced spermaceti. This waxy substance was used by wizards to craft white candles that were used in spellcasting. Additionally, sperm whales produced ambergris, which was very rare and could sell for up to 20,000 gp. Due to their habit of swallowing entire boats whole, treasure could be found within the stomach of a sperm whale. The teeth of sperm whales were used in scrimshaw.

Notable Sperm Whales

 * Angajuk, a talking sperm whale that had the ability to speak Common.

Appearances

 * Adventures
 * Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden