Spade-toothed Beaked Whale

Mesoplodon traversii

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Cetacea · Hyperoodontidae

About

The spade-toothed whale is the rarest species of beaked whale. Only six confirmed specimens have ever been found, over the timespan from 1872 to 2024. All six were found in the South Pacific—five in New Zealand and one in Chile. Very little is known about the species.

Fun Fact

The spade-toothed whale (Mesoplodon traversii) is the rarest species of beaked whale.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

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Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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