Physeter is a genus of toothed whales. There is only one living species in this genus: the sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus). [here as Cachalot whales] Two fossil species are currently known that are placed in the same genus. Copperplate engraving From the Encyclopaedia Londinensis or, Universal dictionary of arts, sciences, and literature; Volume XX; Edited by Wilkes, John. Published in London in 1825

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