Marsopa vaquita

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Mammalia (mamíferos)

Order

Cetacea (Whales & Dolphins)

Family

Phocoenidae

Genus

Phocoena

Species

Phocoena sinus (Marsopa vaquita)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Marsopa vaquita

French Marsouin du golfe de Californie

German Pazifischer Hafenschweinswal

Similar Species in Phocoena

Marsopa Común

Phocoena phocoena

Vulnerable

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Marsopa De Anteojos

Phocoena dioptrica

Least Concern

Marsopa Espinosa

Phocoena spinipinnis

Near Threatened

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Marsopa vaquita?

The scientific name of Marsopa vaquita is Phocoena sinus. It belongs to the genus Phocoena.

What is the conservation status of Marsopa vaquita?

Marsopa vaquita (Phocoena sinus) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Marsopa vaquita belong to?

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

Is Marsopa vaquita endangered?

Yes, Marsopa vaquita (Phocoena sinus) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Marsopa vaquita belong to?

Marsopa vaquita (Phocoena sinus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Marsopa vaquita?

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