- Ambergris - Wikipedia
Ambergris is found primarily in the Atlantic Ocean and on the coasts of South Africa; Brazil; Madagascar; the East Indies; The Maldives; China; Japan; India; Australia; New Zealand; and the Molucca Islands
- Why Is Ambergris (Whale Poop) So Valuable? | HowStuffWorks
Ambergris is a smooth, waxy and usually round substance that the feces of large sperm whales It is initially soft and has a terrible smell, but after floating in the ocean for about a decade, it hardens and the smell becomes so fragrant, it’s a coveted ingredient for fine perfumes
- Ambergris | Uses in Perfumery, Medicinal Properties Chemical . . .
Ambergris, a solid waxy substance originating in the intestine of the sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) In Eastern cultures ambergris is used for medicines and potions and as a spice; in the West it was used to stabilize the scent of fine perfumes
- What is ambergris? - Natural History Museum
Ambergris is made by sperm whales and has been used by people for centuries Find out what it is made from, how it ends up in the ocean and whether we still use ambergris in perfumes
- What is Ambergris? | Smithsonian Ocean
A waxy substance, ambergris was believed to be honeycomb that melted off the shore and molded by the sea The first indication ambergris came from whales was during the height of whaling in New England during the 1600s
- What is Ambergris and Why is it So Valuable? - American Oceans
Ambergris can be rough and flaky or smooth and waxy, and it is often seen floating in the ocean or washing up on the shore Its distinctive, earthy, musky scent is highly prized in the perfume industry
- What Is Ambergris and Why Is It So Valuable? - Biology Insights
When freshly expelled, ambergris is black or dark grey, soft, and has a strong, unpleasant fecal or marine odor As it ages, it undergoes significant changes in its physical and aromatic properties
- What Is Ambergris? The Mysterious Ocean Treasure of the Perfume World
Ambergris, often referred to as "floating gold," is one of the rarest and most fascinating substances used in perfumery and incense making Known in Chinese as "龙涎香" (Lóngxiánxiāng), or sometimes as "dragon's belly scent," this elusive material has captivated civilizations for centuries
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