A medium-sized marine cetacean endemic to the cold and temperate waters of the North Atlantic Ocean, characterized by its distinctive white-colored beak and robust body.
Primarily inhabits coastal and offshore waters of the North Atlantic, ranging from North America to Northern Europe, including regions around Iceland, Greenland, and the British Isles. Prefers depths between 50-200 meters in areas with dense prey populations.
Key predator in marine food webs, controlling populations of small fish, squid, and crustaceans. Plays a critical role in marine ecosystem balance and serves as an indicator species for ocean health.
