Family

Monodontidae

Every animal we cover from Monodontidae, and the articles about them.

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Animals: Monodontidae

Beluga whale Delphinapterus leucas 3 articles

Senses

Yes. Belugas send out high clicks through their melon and listen for echoes to find fish and breathing holes in…

Size & weight

Adult belugas average about 1,430 kg (3,150 lb), and big males reach about 1,900 kg. Calves weigh 41–59 kg at…

Anatomy & appearance

Adult belugas are pure white, 2.6–4.5 m long, with a round, flexible forehead, no dorsal fin and a neck that…