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What is a group of whales called?
A pod
of whales
a poda gama herda school
| Animal | Whales |
| Category | Sea & Fish |
| Collective noun | Pod, Gam, Herd, School |
| Baby name | Calf |
💡 A “gam” is an old whaling term for a social gathering of whales.
FAQ
What is a group of whales called?
A group of whales is called a pod. Other accepted terms include a gam, a herd, a school.
Are there other names for a group of whales?
Yes — besides a “pod,” you may see “gam”, “herd”, “school”. Collective nouns often have several historic or regional variants.
What is a baby whale called?
A baby whale is called a calf.
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