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Narwhals are whales, and whales are considered mammals, and mammals can't breathe underwater. Therfore, a narwhal must breathe air to prevent from drowning, and to do so, they (and all the other kinds of sea mammals) must swim up to the surface every few minutes to breathe air.
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How do fish breathe under water?
They use their gills to breathe under water.
Can narwhals survive out of water?
They breathe air so yes, but their skin will dry out too much without water so their time out of water is limited.
What is the length of time squirrels can breathe under water?
squirres can't breathe under water.
How do narwhals get food and air?
Just like all whales, Narwhals come out of the water to breathe. Scientists are unsure of what they consume, as they eat at great depths below the surface of the water. By cutting open Narwhals, scientists believe they mainly eat fish, shrimp and squid. I hope this has been helpful :)
How long can squirrels breathe under water?
Squirrels cannot breathe under water.
How can mammal breath while they are under water?
They do not breathe underwater. They hold their breath under the water and surface to breathe.
How do water scorpions breathe underwater?
Scorpions can breathe under water, False. Scorpions cannot breathe under water but they can however hold their breath for up to 6 days
Can sea otters breathe under water?
Otters can't breathe under water. They're mammals, they breathe air, with lungs. When they dive, they hold their breath.
How are some spiders able to breathe under water?
it is no way they can breathe under water so shut up
Can tadpoles breathe under water?
no
Can tigers breathe under water?
no
What can Breath under water and out of water?
Mudskippers, crabs, and amphibians can breathe under and out of water.
