Watercolor illustration of Ballena Piloto (Globicephala melas)

Ballena Piloto

Globicephala melas

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About

The American Black-Fish (Globicephala melas) is a species in the genus Globicephala. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Venezuela.

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Ballena Piloto
French globicéphale noir
German Gewöhnlicher Grindwal
Portuguese Cachalote-anão
Arabic كروي الرأس الشائع [Kouraoui Arras Achaii]
Turkish Siyah Yunus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ballena Piloto?
The scientific name of Ballena Piloto is Globicephala melas. It belongs to the genus Globicephala.
Where does Ballena Piloto live?
Ballena Piloto is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Venezuela.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Venezuela.
What family does Ballena Piloto belong to?
Ballena Piloto (Globicephala melas) belongs to the genus Globicephala, which is part of the taxonomic family Delphinidae.
What kingdom does Ballena Piloto belong to?
Ballena Piloto (Globicephala melas) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Ballena Piloto?
The closest relatives of Ballena Piloto in the genus Globicephala include Caldrón Negro.

Native Range — 5 Countries

Genus Globicephala — 2 Species

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Ballena Piloto
Globicephala melas
NE
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Caldrón Negro
Globicephala macrorhynchus
DD

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