Short-finned pilot whale
The short-finned pilot whale (Globicephala macrorhynchus) is a carnivorous mammal native to Europe, North America and Oceania.
The short-finned pilot whale is one of the two species of cetaceans in the genus Globicephala, which it shares with the long-finned pilot whale. It is part of the oceanic dolphin family (Delphinidae). — Wikipedia
- Scientific name
- Globicephala macrorhynchus
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Delphinidae
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Habitat
- Marine
- Found in
- Europe, North America, Oceania
- Weight
- 726 kg
- Length
- 6.1 m
- Lifespan
- 63 years
- Activity
- Diurnality
- Conservation status
- Least Concern
What does a short-finned pilot whale eat?
The short-finned pilot whale is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.
How big is a short-finned pilot whale?
The short-finned pilot whale weighs around 726 kg and measures about 6.1 m.
How long do short-finned pilot whales live?
In the wild, the short-finned pilot whale can live up to about 63 years.
Where do short-finned pilot whales live?
Short-finned pilot whales are found in Europe, North America and Oceania, in marine habitats.
Is the short-finned pilot whale endangered?
The short-finned pilot whale is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.