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Ballena de Sei

Balaenoptera borealis

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Cetacea (Whales & Dolphins)

Family

Balaenopteridae (Rorquals)

Genus

Balaenoptera (Rorquals)

Species

Balaenoptera borealis (Ballena de Sei)

Names in Other Languages

Korean 보리고래

Japanese イワシクジラ (Iwashi Kujira)

Chinese 鰮鯨

Spanish Ballena de Sei

French rorqual boréal

German Seiwal

Portuguese Baleia Sei

Similar Species in Balaenoptera

Ballena azul

Balaenoptera musculus

Vulnerable

Ballena de aleta

Balaenoptera physalus

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 Sei?

The scientific name of Ballena de Sei is Balaenoptera borealis. It belongs to the genus Balaenoptera.

What is the conservation status of Ballena de Sei?

Ballena de Sei (Balaenoptera borealis) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Ballena de Sei live?

Ballena de Sei is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan.

What family does Ballena de Sei belong to?

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

Is Ballena de Sei endangered?

Yes, Ballena de Sei (Balaenoptera borealis) 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 Sei belong to?

Ballena de Sei (Balaenoptera borealis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Ballena de Sei?

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