Pygmy Killer Whale
Feresa attenuata
Conservation Status
Least ConcernMammalia · Cetacea · Delphinidae
About
The pygmy killer whale is a poorly known and rarely seen oceanic dolphin. It is the only species in the genus Feresa. It derives its common name from sharing some physical characteristics with the orca, also known as the killer whale. It is the smallest cetacean species that has the word "whale" in its common name. Although the species has been known to be extremely aggressive in captivity, this aggressive behavior has not been observed in the wild.
Fun Fact
It is the smallest cetacean species that has the word "whale" in its common name.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in the south-west Indian Ocean in the French Southern and Antarctic Lands off Europa Island, Mozambique and South Africa but not yet recorded off East Africa.
Diet
Insectivore
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance