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Pygmy Killer Whale

Whales, Dolphins & Dugong

Photo: (c) River Ahlquist, some rights reserved (CC BY) · CC BY

Feresa attenuata

Basic stats

Diet

Fish and squid

Habitat

Deep tropical and subtropical oceanic waters

Range

Tropical and subtropical oceans worldwide

Size

Approximately 2.1–2.6m

Weight

Approximately 110–170kg

The pygmy killer whale is a small, robust oceanic dolphin with a rounded head, no distinct beak and a dark cape that contrasts with paler flanks. A narrow white line may occur around the mouth. Adults are approximately 2.1–2.6m long. The species inhabits deep tropical and subtropical waters worldwide. (Wikipedia, general species account)

It feeds on fish and squid and usually travels in cohesive groups ranging from several animals to a few dozen. At sea it may be confused with melon-headed whales, but its rounded flippers, more robust build and characteristic head pattern help separate it. (Wikipedia, general species account)

Quick answers

What does the Pygmy Killer Whale eat?
Fish and squid
What habitat does the Pygmy Killer Whale live in?
Deep tropical and subtropical oceanic waters
Where is the Pygmy Killer Whale found?
Tropical and subtropical oceans worldwide
How big is the Pygmy Killer Whale?
Approximately 2.1–2.6m
How much does the Pygmy Killer Whale weigh?
Approximately 110–170kg
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