Pygmy sperm whales, genus Kogia, on the Texas coast.

Date

1970

Authors

Raun, G.G.
Hoese, H.D.
Moseley, F.

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Abstract

A 4th record of a stranded pygmy sperm whale (Kogia) from the Texas coast is reported and comparison made with other specimens. Considerable variation in proportions is noted and the suggestion made that a specimen from Galveston Island, Texas may be Kogia simus rather than K. breviceps. A limited number of internal structures were measured and an analysis of the stomach contents is included.

Description

p. 269-274.

Keywords

marine mammals, Kogia simus, Kogia breviceps, stranding, pygmy sperm whales, biogeography, cetaceans

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