The Vaquita is a small porpoise that is approximately 1.5 m (5 ft) in length and weighs in the region of 48 kgs (105 lbs). They are grey in colour with a pale grey underside and dark colouration around the eyes and mouth.
Vaquita are found in the northern part of the Gulf of California. They stay in shallow waters that are less than 40 m (130 ft) deep.
Vaquita feed on small fish and squid.
After a gestation period of 10 - 11 months, a single calf is born. At birth the calf is 70 - 80 cms (28 - 32 inches) in length and it is suckled by it's mother for several months.