Dall's Porpoise

Phocoenoides dalli

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Cetacea · Phocoenidae

About

Dall's porpoise is a species of porpoise endemic to the North Pacific. It is the largest of porpoises and the only member of the genus Phocoenoides. The species is named after American naturalist W. H. Dall.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occur in deeper coastal waters, near submarine canyons or in fjords.

Diet

Prey are mesopelagic fish, such as myctophids, and gonatid squid.

Lifespan

20 years

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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