Watercolor illustration of Ballena Blanca (Delphinapterus leucas)

Ballena Blanca

Delphinapterus leucas

Data Deficient

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La beluga (Delphinapterus leucas) está clasificada como Datos Insuficientes (DD) en la Lista Roja de la UICN. No hay datos suficientes para evaluar el riesgo de extinción. Se requieren más investigaciones y estudios de campo.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

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

Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

Full Taxonomy

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 Ballena Blanca?
The scientific name of Ballena Blanca is Delphinapterus leucas. It belongs to the genus Delphinapterus.
What is the conservation status of Ballena Blanca?
Ballena Blanca (Delphinapterus leucas) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Ballena Blanca live?
Ballena Blanca 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 Ballena Blanca belong to?
Ballena Blanca (Delphinapterus leucas) belongs to the genus Delphinapterus, which is part of the taxonomic family Monodontidae.
What kingdom does Ballena Blanca belong to?
Ballena Blanca (Delphinapterus leucas) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

Native Range — 9 Countries

Genus Delphinapterus — 1 Species

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Ballena Blanca
Delphinapterus leucas
DD

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