Zwergwal

Balaenoptera acutorostrata

Least Concern

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Bagwhale (Balaenoptera acutorostrata) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador).

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Cetacea (Whales & Dolphins)

Family

Balaenopteridae (Rorquals)

Genus

Balaenoptera (Rorquals)

Species

Balaenoptera acutorostrata (Zwergwal)

Names in Other Languages

Korean 밍크고래

Japanese ミンククジラ

Chinese 小鬚鯨

Spanish Ballena menor

French petit rorqual

German Zwergwal

Similar Species in Balaenoptera

Blauwal

Balaenoptera musculus

Balaenoptera physalus

Endangered

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Seiwal

Balaenoptera borealis

Endangered

Antarctic Minke Whale

Balaenoptera bonaerensis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Zwergwal?

The scientific name of Zwergwal is Balaenoptera acutorostrata. It belongs to the genus Balaenoptera.

What is the conservation status of Zwergwal?

Zwergwal (Balaenoptera acutorostrata) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Zwergwal live?

Zwergwal is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan.

What family does Zwergwal belong to?

Zwergwal (Balaenoptera acutorostrata) belongs to the genus Balaenoptera, which is part of the taxonomic family Balaenopteridae.

Is Zwergwal endangered?

No, Zwergwal (Balaenoptera acutorostrata) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Zwergwal belong to?

Zwergwal (Balaenoptera acutorostrata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Zwergwal?

The closest relatives of Zwergwal in the genus Balaenoptera include Blauwal, Brydewal, Finnwal, Seiwal, Antarctic Minke Whale.