The Vaquita is the second most endangered cetacean in the world (after the Yangtze River Dolphin, which as of the publication of this pattern is considered functionally extinct). At the time this pattern was published, there were estimated to be only a dozen or so Vaquita living in the wild. These petite dolphins live in a very restricted area off the coast of Mexico. Their numbers have plummeted due to habitat destruction and fishing bycatch. The 4.5 foot, 120 pound Vaquita is the smallest cetacean in the world.

Part of the proceeds from all patterns sold will go to Vaquita conservation groups.

The Pattern includes instructions for an adult and a calf Vaquita. The 33 page pattern includes detailed step-by-step photos and clear written instructions to make an amigurumi-style adult Vaquita and a Vaquita calf. PLUS there is a 12 page printer-friendly TEXT ONLY version at the end of the pattern. This pattern has been fully tested by multiple testers. Includes yarn amounts and hook sizes to make a Vaquita using worsted weight yarn.

Recommended for ADVANCED BEGINNER TO INTERMEDIATE SKILL LEVEL. This pattern uses basic crochet stitches and more complex stitches (detailed in the pattern glossary).

A finished adult Vaquita made using Worsted Weight yarn is approximately 14.5” long from nose to tail, 5.5” tall from belly to dorsal fin tip, and 6” wide across the pectoral fins. A finished Vaquita calf made using Worsted Weight yarn is approximately 8” long from nose to tail, 4.5” tall from belly to dorsal fin tip, and 3.5” wide across the pectoral fins.

To make a Vaquita using Worsted weight yarn you will need:
For Adult:
Main Color: 115 yds
Accent Color: 46 yds
For Calf:
Main Color: 40 yds
Accent Color: 28 yds
G (4/4.25mm) crochet hook (or preferred amigurumi hook)
One pair of 15mm plastic safety eyes (for adult) or 12mm plastic safety eyes (for calf)
Poly-fil or other stuffing
Darning needle
Stitch markers

PATTERN IN ENGLISH, using US Crochet terminology.

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