As with most beaked whales, little is known about this species and it is rarely seen.

Subspecies
Possibly sub-species of Andrew's beaked whale.

Life span
Unknown.

Statistics
Body length: 5-5.3m, Weight: 1-1.5 tonnes.

Physical description
Hubb's beaked whales have a dark body with a white cap and extensive scarring and a small dorsal fin. Half of the beak is white and they have a strongly arched mouth-line. The males have massive teeth, which are visible half-way down the beak.

Distribution
Hubb's beaked whales inhabit the N Pacific, in warm temperate water.

Diet
They feed on squid.

Behaviour
Little is known about Hubb's beaked whale.

Conservation status
Hubb's beaked whales are classified as Data Deficient by the 2000 Red List.