North Pacific Right Whale Dolphin

Lissodelphis borealis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Cetacea · Delphinidae

About

The northern right whale dolphin is a small, slender species of cetacean found in the cold and temperate waters of the North Pacific Ocean. Lacking a dorsal fin, and appearing superficially porpoise-like, it is one of the two species of right whale dolphin.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in the cold and temperate waters of the North Pacific Ocean.

Diet

Feeds on other prey items, such as Pacific hake, saury and mesopelagic fish.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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