Watercolor illustration of dauphin blanc (Delphinapterus leucas)

dauphin blanc

Delphinapterus leucas

Data Deficient

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Beluga (Delphinapterus leucas) is classified as Data Deficient (DD) on the IUCN Red List. Insufficient data available to assess extinction risk. Further research and field surveys are needed.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found across Europe (8 countries) and North America (United States).

Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Ballena Blanca
French dauphin blanc
German Weißwal
Russian Belukha

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of dauphin blanc?
The scientific name of dauphin blanc is Delphinapterus leucas. It belongs to the genus Delphinapterus.
What is the conservation status of dauphin blanc?
dauphin blanc (Delphinapterus leucas) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.
Where does dauphin blanc live?
dauphin blanc is found in Found across Europe (8 countries) and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, Bulgaria, Denmark, Norway, Romania, Russia, Sweden, Ukraine, United States.
What family does dauphin blanc belong to?
dauphin blanc (Delphinapterus leucas) belongs to the genus Delphinapterus, which is part of the taxonomic family Monodontidae.
What kingdom does dauphin blanc belong to?
dauphin blanc (Delphinapterus leucas) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

Native Range — 9 Countries

Genus Delphinapterus — 1 Species

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dauphin blanc
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