What is another word for gray whale?
Pronunciation: [ɡɹˈe͡ɪ wˈe͡ɪl] (IPA) 
A gray whale is a magnificent marine mammal that lives in the North Pacific Ocean. This species is also known by different names, such as Pacific gray whale, California gray whale, and Korean gray whale. Another synonym for gray whale is the devil fish, given due to their aggressive behavior when hunted in the nineteenth century. The scientific name of the gray whale is Eschrichtius robustus, and it's part of the family Eschrichtiidae, which also includes the extinct species of Atlantic gray whale. Gray whales are fascinating creatures, famous for their annual migration from Alaska to Mexico, and their friendly behavior towards humans in some regions.
