Watercolor illustration of Ballena-picuda japonesa (Mesoplodon ginkgodens)

Ballena-picuda japonesa

Mesoplodon ginkgodens

Data Deficient

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Ecuador and Taiwan.

Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Ichouha kujira
Chinese 銀杏齒中喙鯨
Spanish Ballena-picuda japonesa
French Mésoplodon de Nishiwaki
German Japanischer Schnabelwal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ballena-picuda japonesa?
The scientific name of Ballena-picuda japonesa is Mesoplodon ginkgodens. It belongs to the genus Mesoplodon.
What is the conservation status of Ballena-picuda japonesa?
Ballena-picuda japonesa (Mesoplodon ginkgodens) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Ballena-picuda japonesa live?
Ballena-picuda japonesa is found in Distributed across Ecuador and Taiwan.. Countries include Ecuador, Taiwan.
What family does Ballena-picuda japonesa belong to?
Ballena-picuda japonesa (Mesoplodon ginkgodens) belongs to the genus Mesoplodon, which is part of the taxonomic family Hyperoodontidae.
What kingdom does Ballena-picuda japonesa belong to?
Ballena-picuda japonesa (Mesoplodon ginkgodens) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Ballena-picuda japonesa?
The closest relatives of Ballena-picuda japonesa in the genus Mesoplodon include Ballena De Pico De Andrew, Ballena De Pico De Gervais, Ballena De Pico De Gray, Ballena De Pico De Héctor, Ballena de Pico de Layard.

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