# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Collection Bites: Sperm whales - science, history and deep sea stories
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 04 Nov, 2026 at 01:15 pm – Wed, 04 Nov, 2026 at 01:45 pm (+00:00)
- **Event Description**: Take a closer look at the history, biology, and enduring mystery of the sperm whale.About this EventThis talk will look at the history, biology, and enduring mystery of the sperm whale, from its central role in the whaling industry to what scientists are still finding out today.The session will connect maritime history with remarkable recent discoveries, including footage of sperm whales carrying the remains of giant squid, the elusive deep-sea creatures that inspired myths such as the Kraken.The talk will highlight how, despite advances in conservation and technology, much of the deep ocean and its largest inhabitants remain unknown.Collection Bites is an adult programme, however the content is suitable for all ages. Presented by the Museum’s Visitor Team, the talks are approx. 30 minutes. They take place on the first Wednesday of each month in the Research Studio on Floor 2 (accessible by stairs or lift).Please note: Tickets are very limited. If you are no longer able to attend, please cancel your booking through Eventbrite, or email museum@manchester.ac.uk to let us know, so we can offer your place to someone else.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/collection-bites-sperm-whales-science-history-and-deep-sea-stories/100001999929434776
- **Event Categories**: fitness, science-fair
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 30 minutes
  - Location: The Manchester Museum
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP

## Event venue details

- **city**: Manchester
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: The Manchester Museum
- **lat**: 53.466508
- **long**: -2.23442399999999
- **full address**: The Manchester Museum, Oxford Road, Manchester, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Collection Bites: Sperm whales - science, history and deep sea stories being held?
  - **A:** Collection Bites: Sperm whales - science, history and deep sea stories takes place on Wed, 04 Nov, 2026 at 01:15 pm to Wed, 04 Nov, 2026 at 01:45 pm at The Manchester Museum, Oxford Road, Manchester, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Collection Bites: Sperm whales - science, history and deep sea stories?
  - **A:** Collection Bites: Sperm whales - science, history and deep sea stories is organized by Manchester Museum.

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