False killer whale
The false killer whale (Pseudorca crassidens) is a carnivorous mammal native to Oceania, Europe and North America.
The false killer whale is a species of oceanic dolphin that is the only extant representative of the genus Pseudorca. It is found in oceans worldwide but mainly in tropical regions. — Wikipedia
- Scientific name
- Pseudorca crassidens
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Delphinidae
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Habitat
- Marine
- Found in
- Oceania, Europe, North America
- Weight
- 1.4 tonnes
- Lifespan
- 62.5 years
- Activity
- Diurnality
- Conservation status
- Near Threatened
What does a false killer whale eat?
The false killer whale is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.
How big is a false killer whale?
The false killer whale weighs around 1.4 tonnes.
How long do false killer whales live?
In the wild, the false killer whale can live up to about 62.5 years.
Where do false killer whales live?
False killer whales are found in Oceania, Europe and North America, in marine habitats.
Is the false killer whale endangered?
The false killer whale is currently listed as “Near Threatened” on the IUCN Red List.