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Blainville's Beaked Whale

Blainville's Beaked Whale

Little is known about this whale. It’s one of the most common of all the species of Mesoplodon. Blainville-beaked whale feeds on cephalopods and small fish. Social groups comprised of 2 to 8 individuals. Present in all archipelagos

Blainville's beaked whale at the surface
Blainville's beaked whale at the surface
Like other beaked whales, these whales are deep divers. Regular dives range from 20-45 minutes
Like other beaked whales, these whales are deep divers. Regular dives range from 20-45 minutes