Ballena de aleta

Balaenoptera physalus

Endangered

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La ballena de aleta (Balaenoptera physalus) está clasificada como En Peligro (EN) en la Lista Roja de la UICN. Presenta un alto riesgo de extinción en estado silvestre, con un significativo declive poblacional y amenazas continuas a su supervivencia.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, flooded grasslands and savannas, and montane grasslands and shrublands, among 4 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Cetacea (Whales & Dolphins)

Family

Balaenopteridae (Rorquals)

Genus

Balaenoptera (Rorquals)

Species

Balaenoptera physalus (Ballena de aleta)

Names in Other Languages

Korean 참고래

Japanese ナガスクジラ

Chinese 長須鯨

Spanish Ballena de aleta

French baleine fin

German Finnwal

Portuguese Baleia-comum

Similar Species in Balaenoptera

Ballena azul

Balaenoptera musculus

Vulnerable

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Ballena de Sei

Balaenoptera borealis

Endangered

Ballena menor

Balaenoptera acutorostrata

Least Concern

Ballena Minke Antártica

Balaenoptera bonaerensis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ballena de aleta?

The scientific name of Ballena de aleta is Balaenoptera physalus. It belongs to the genus Balaenoptera.

What is the conservation status of Ballena de aleta?

Ballena de aleta (Balaenoptera physalus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Ballena de aleta live?

Ballena de aleta is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, Venezuela.

What family does Ballena de aleta belong to?

Ballena de aleta (Balaenoptera physalus) belongs to the genus Balaenoptera, which is part of the taxonomic family Balaenopteridae.

Is Ballena de aleta endangered?

Yes, Ballena de aleta (Balaenoptera physalus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Ballena de aleta belong to?

Ballena de aleta (Balaenoptera physalus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Ballena de aleta?

The closest relatives of Ballena de aleta in the genus Balaenoptera include Ballena azul, Ballena de Sei, Ballena menor, Ballena Minke Antártica, Ballena tropical.