Indopacetus [Indopacetus]

Description

Indopacetus, commonly known as the Longman's beaked whale or the Indo-Pacific beaked whale, is a genus containing a single species, Indopacetus pacificus, within the family Ziphiidae. This species is characterized by its large size, with a long and slender beak, and a unique color pattern that includes a light grey or white body with darker patches. It is one of the least known beaked whales, with few sightings and strandings. Its distribution is presumed to be in the deep waters of the Indian and Pacific Oceans. The ecology and behavior of Longman's beaked whale are virtually unknown due to its elusive nature and rare sightings.

Species

Tropical Bottlenose Whale [Indopacetus pacificus]

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