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

Subspecies
None.

Life span
Unknown.

Statistics
Body length: 4.5-5.6m, Weight: 1-1.5 tonnes.

Physical description
Gray's beaked whales have a dark-grey upper surface and a pale underside. They have a white beak and forehead. The head is small and they have small, triangular teeth. The dorsal fin is hooked and they have a long, slender beak and a straight mouthline.

Distribution
Gray's beaked whales inhabit temperate regions of the South Pacific, South Indian Ocean and South Atlantic.

Diet
They feed on squid.

Behaviour
Gray's beaked whales live in groups of 1-3.

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