Laying on the side this gourd looks like a whale or large fish, stand it up and it could be a giant penguin! Whatever you call it, this is a really nice, large, smooth blonde shelled gourd. Size ranges 19" - 23" in length and 5-1/2" - 6-1/2" diameter at widest point. Some have curled ends that are more curled than others. If you want a specific look, please make a note a the end of the checkout.