Globicephala melas

  • Long-finned pilot whale
  • Langflossen-Grindwal
  • Griend
  • Globicéphale noir
  • Calderón negro
  • Globicefalo

Distribution

  • The temperate Atlantic
  • The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The animal is often seen in open sea
  • The species can be found between and 800 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

  • The species is migrating
  • Species generally living in a group
  • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 750 cm
  • Maximum age known : 60 year(s)
  • Sexual maturity : 7 year(s)
  • Time of apnea : 18 mns
  • The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
  • Diet : - Fishes

Relationship with humans

  • The species is good to eat
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food