Arnoux's Beaked Whale

Berardius arnuxii

Arnoux's Beaked Whale

Arnoux's beaked whale roams the deep cold waters of the Southern Hemisphere, diving for fish and squid near the bottom and through the open water. Reaching nearly ten metres, it is rarely seen and travels in tight groups across subpolar seas.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Mammalia › Cetartiodactyla › Ziphiidae › Berardius

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 242606.

FAQ

How big does the Arnoux's Beaked Whale get?
The Arnoux's Beaked Whale grows to about 9.8 m.