In direct contrast to what obtains in the human scapula, the spinal border is the shortest of the three; except in the bat, and the majority of the cetaceans.
"Artistic Anatomy of Animals"
Édouard Cuyer
The existence of races of men inhabiting the icy regions of the North Polar lands, and whose nutriment is solely derived from fish and cetaceans, shows the possibility of maintaining life independently of vegetable substances.
"COSMOS: A Sketch of the Physical Description of the Universe, Vol. 1"
Alexander von Humboldt
Day after day I scan the surface for momentary glimpses of cetaceans, and the air for passing sea birds.
"Jungle Peace"
William Beebe