Ginkgo-toothed beaked whale
Mesoplodon ginkgodens
ok. 5 mAdult individual
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Ginkgo-toothed beaked whale — size comparison
The ginkgo-toothed beaked whale occurs in the Indo-Pacific, chiefly its western part. Identification partly relies on males’ very broad lower-jaw teeth resembli
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approx. 5 m
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Ginkgo-toothed beaked whale — size comparison — facts and sources
The ginkgo-toothed beaked whale occurs in the Indo-Pacific, chiefly its western part. Identification partly relies on males’ very broad lower-jaw teeth resembling ginkgo leaves. Females’ teeth usually remain concealed.
Pale patches and scars may occur. Few direct observations limit knowledge of movements, group organisation and reproduction. Cephalopods and fish are considered likely food, but their respective dietary contributions are not well established.