spectacled porpoise

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hewan)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordates)

Class

Mammalia (mamalia)

Order

Cetacea (Whales & Dolphins)

Family

Phocoenidae

Genus

Phocoena

Species

Phocoena dioptrica (spectacled porpoise)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Marsopa De Anteojos

French Marsouin De Lahille

Similar Species in Phocoena

Bay Porpoise

Phocoena phocoena

Vulnerable

Burmeister’s Porpoise

Phocoena spinipinnis

Near Threatened

Gulf of California Harbor Porpoise

Phocoena sinus

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of spectacled porpoise?

The scientific name of spectacled porpoise is Phocoena dioptrica. It belongs to the genus Phocoena.

What is the conservation status of spectacled porpoise?

spectacled porpoise (Phocoena dioptrica) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does spectacled porpoise belong to?

spectacled porpoise (Phocoena dioptrica) belongs to the genus Phocoena, which is part of the taxonomic family Phocoenidae.

Is spectacled porpoise endangered?

No, spectacled porpoise (Phocoena dioptrica) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does spectacled porpoise belong to?

spectacled porpoise (Phocoena dioptrica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of spectacled porpoise?

The closest relatives of spectacled porpoise in the genus Phocoena include Bay Porpoise, Burmeister’s Porpoise, Gulf of California Harbor Porpoise.