Dauphin à bosse

Sousa plumbea

Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found in Greece. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇬🇷 Greece

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Mammalia (mammifères)

Order

Cetacea (Whales & Dolphins)

Family

Delphinidae (Oceanic Dolphins)

Genus

Sousa

Species

Sousa plumbea (Dauphin à bosse)

Names in Other Languages

French Dauphin à bosse

Arabic Dukhs

Hindi Fukariyo

Similar Species in Sousa

Dauphin a bosse de I'Indo-Pacifique

Sousa chinensis

Vulnerable

Dauphin A Bosse De L'Australie

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dauphin à bosse?

The scientific name of Dauphin à bosse is Sousa plumbea. It belongs to the genus Sousa.

What is the conservation status of Dauphin à bosse?

Dauphin à bosse (Sousa plumbea) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Dauphin à bosse live?

Dauphin à bosse is found in Found in Greece. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Greece.

What family does Dauphin à bosse belong to?

Dauphin à bosse (Sousa plumbea) belongs to the genus Sousa, which is part of the taxonomic family Delphinidae.

Is Dauphin à bosse endangered?

Yes, Dauphin à bosse (Sousa plumbea) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Dauphin à bosse belong to?

Dauphin à bosse (Sousa plumbea) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Dauphin à bosse?

The closest relatives of Dauphin à bosse in the genus Sousa include Dauphin a bosse de I'Indo-Pacifique, Dauphin A Bosse De L'Australie, Dauphin Du Cameroun.