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Pygmy killer whale

pygmy killer whale
Photo: Adam U / NOAA/NMFS/Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center Blog 2013 07 08 · Public domain (via Wikimedia Commons)

The pygmy killer whale (Feresa attenuata) is a carnivorous mammal.

The pygmy killer whale is a poorly known and rarely seen oceanic dolphin. It is the only species in the genus Feresa. — Wikipedia

Scientific name
Feresa attenuata
Class
Mammal
Family / order
Delphinidae
Diet
Carnivore
Habitat
Marine
Weight
170 kg
Activity
Diurnality
Conservation status
Least Concern

What does a pygmy killer whale eat?

The pygmy killer whale is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.

How big is a pygmy killer whale?

The pygmy killer whale weighs around 170 kg.

Is the pygmy killer whale endangered?

The pygmy killer whale is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.

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