Weißwal

Delphinapterus leucas

Data Deficient

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Beluga (Delphinapterus leucas) is classified as Data Deficient (DD) on the IUCN Red List. Insufficient data available to assess extinction risk. Further research and field surveys are needed.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found across Europe (8 countries) and North America (United States).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇧🇬 Bulgaria 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇷🇴 Romania 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Cetacea (Whales & Dolphins)

Species

Delphinapterus leucas (Weißwal)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Ballena Blanca

French dauphin blanc

German Weißwal

Russian Belukha

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Weißwal?

The scientific name of Weißwal is Delphinapterus leucas. It belongs to the genus Delphinapterus.

What is the conservation status of Weißwal?

Weißwal (Delphinapterus leucas) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Weißwal live?

Weißwal is found in Found across Europe (8 countries) and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, Bulgaria, Denmark, Norway, Romania, Russia, Sweden, Ukraine, United States.

What family does Weißwal belong to?

Weißwal (Delphinapterus leucas) belongs to the genus Delphinapterus, which is part of the taxonomic family Monodontidae.

What kingdom does Weißwal belong to?

Weißwal (Delphinapterus leucas) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).