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Mystery of how sperm whales hold their breath for 90 minutes solved as scientists discover the key is unique protein in their blood. The sperm whale is able to hold its breath underwater for up to 90 minutes because of a unique protein in its blood, an international team of scientists has discovered. The huge mammal will often dive up to 3km deep under water for more than an hour in search of food.
exists and is an alternate of . Gestation in Sperm Whale females lasts about 14 to 16 months. A sigle calf is produced at the end of gestation. Lactation proceeds for 19 to 42 months, but calves may suckle up to 13 years. Calves can suckle from females other than their mothers.