He collected specimens that inspired his theory of Natural Selection.This carved sperm whale's tooth, or scrimshaw, was made on the HMS Beagle. It is made from ivory and was carved by James Bute.

The Whale's Tooth parking lot in New Bedford will share space for both the MBTA and Seastreak ferry. The lot will have 150 spaces set aside for MBTA users only, with 570 for the ferry riders.