These are a group of marine mammals that include whales, dolphins, and porpoises. They are well-adapted to life in aquatic environments.

Vaquita, Family, Distribution, Features, Latest News

Q: What is the echolocation?

Echolocation, or sonar, is the use of sound waves to determine the location of objects.

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Vaquita Latest News

A report by the North American Environmental Commission has criticized Mexico for failing to protect the endangered vaquita porpoise, with only 10 remaining.

About Vaquita

It is a shy member and the smallest of the porpoise family.
Vaquitas are the most endangered of the world’s marine mammals.

Distribution of Vaquita

It is the smallest range of any whale, dolphin, or porpoise.
It lives in the northern part of the Gulf of California, an area that is rich in fish and shrimp.
It is most commonly sighted in shallow waters up to 50 metres deep.

Features of Vaquita

Vaquitas are the smallest cetaceans—the group that includes dolphins, porpoises,
Although they do visually resemble dolphins, their closest relatives, vaquitas, have chunkier bodies and rounded heads with no snouts.
Their dorsal fins are unique in that they are taller and wider than most other porpoises.
Known for their elusive nature, vaquitas tend to shy away from boats and human activity.
Vaquitas communicate using echolocation (or sonar) by emitting high-frequency clicks.
Conservation Status: Critically Endangered (IUCN)
Threats: The decrease in the vaquita population is also related to the totoaba, a large fish that also only lives in the Gulf of California.