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The evolutionary purpose of a narwhal is the niche that it holds within its particular food chain. Its food chain is that of Arctic waters. Its niche within that chain is the role of predator. The predator-prey interaction, in nature and among wildlife, is intended to keep populations and their environments in balance. The narwhal niche is high up on the food chain, because it basically fears only hunters. In fact, it's prey to humans, killer whales [Orcinus orca], and polar bears [Ursus maritimus].

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