New species of "deceptively cute" but fearsome ancient whale named after local who found its skull on beach

science • 8/13/2025

Scientists have discovered a razor-toothed whale that prowled the seas 26 million years ago, saying the species was "deceptively cute" but a dangerous predator.

Newly discovered ancient whale may have been heaviest animal ever Australian scientists have discovered a razor-toothed whale that prowled the seas 26 million years ago, saying Wednesday the species was "deceptively cute" but a fearsome predator. Mus... [2443 chars]