Whale fish

The term “whale fish” can be a bit ambiguous, so here are a few possible meanings:

1. Actual Whale (Marine Mammal)
   • Whales are not fish — they are mammals. They breathe air through lungs, give birth to live young, and nurse their offspring.
   • Examples: Blue whale, humpback whale, sperm whale.

2. Whalefish (Species of Deep-Sea Fish)
   • There is a real group of deep-sea fish called whalefish, belonging to the family Cetomimidae.
   • These fish are named for their whale-like appearance, especially their large mouths and bodies.
   • They live in deep oceans and are rarely seen. The males, females, and larvae look extremely different, which confused scientists for years into thinking they were different species.

3. Myth or Misuse
   • Sometimes, people use “whale fish” informally or incorrectly when referring to whales or big fish.

Would you like info on the deep-sea whalefish, actual whales, or are you thinking of something else (like a symbolic or fictional creature)?