Marsopa Espinosa

About

The Burmeister’s Porpoise (Phocoena spinipinnis) is a species in the genus Phocoena. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Mammalia (mamíferos)

Order

Cetacea (Whales & Dolphins)

Family

Phocoenidae

Genus

Phocoena

Species

Phocoena spinipinnis (Marsopa Espinosa)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Marsopa Espinosa

French Marsouin De Burmeister

German Burmeister Schweinswal

Similar Species in Phocoena

Marsopa Común

Phocoena phocoena

Vulnerable

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Marsopa De Anteojos

Phocoena dioptrica

Least Concern

Marsopa vaquita

Phocoena sinus

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Marsopa Espinosa?

The scientific name of Marsopa Espinosa is Phocoena spinipinnis. It belongs to the genus Phocoena.

What is the conservation status of Marsopa Espinosa?

Marsopa Espinosa (Phocoena spinipinnis) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Marsopa Espinosa belong to?

Marsopa Espinosa (Phocoena spinipinnis) belongs to the genus Phocoena, which is part of the taxonomic family Phocoenidae.

What kingdom does Marsopa Espinosa belong to?

Marsopa Espinosa (Phocoena spinipinnis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Marsopa Espinosa?

The closest relatives of Marsopa Espinosa in the genus Phocoena include Marsopa Común, Marsopa De Anteojos, Marsopa vaquita.