Loudest animal
The current loudest animal record is 236 decibels, held by Sperm whale. Last checked October 9, 2026.
236
decibels
Sperm whale
- Holder
- Sperm whale
- Record
- 236 decibels
- Exact figure
- 236 decibels (source level, underwater)
- Location
- Deep oceans worldwide
- Last checked
- October 9, 2026
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