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New species of sperm whale identified from fossils found in Gunma

The species combines traits of ancient and modern sperm whales, and is the third new sperm whale species identified from fossils in Japan.

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New species of sperm whale identified from fossils found in Gunma

The species combines traits of ancient and modern sperm whales, and is the third new sperm whale species identified from fossils in Japan.

4 days ago·Chiyoda, Japan

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The Japan Times broke the news in Chiyoda, Japan 4 days ago on Monday, October 19, 2026.

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