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イワシクジラ (Iwashi Kujira) (sei whale)

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 (イワシクジラ (Iwashi Kujira))

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

ナガスクジラ

Balaenoptera physalus

Endangered

ミンククジラ

Balaenoptera acutorostrata

Least Concern

角島鯨 (Tsunoshima kijura)

Balaenoptera omurai

Data Deficient

Antarctic Minke Whale

Balaenoptera bonaerensis

Balaenoptera musculus

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of イワシクジラ (Iwashi Kujira)?

The scientific name of イワシクジラ (Iwashi Kujira) is Balaenoptera borealis. It belongs to the genus Balaenoptera.

What is the conservation status of イワシクジラ (Iwashi Kujira)?

イワシクジラ (Iwashi Kujira) (Balaenoptera borealis) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does イワシクジラ (Iwashi Kujira) live?

イワシクジラ (Iwashi Kujira) 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 イワシクジラ (Iwashi Kujira) belong to?

イワシクジラ (Iwashi Kujira) (Balaenoptera borealis) belongs to the genus Balaenoptera, which is part of the taxonomic family Balaenopteridae.

Is イワシクジラ (Iwashi Kujira) endangered?

Yes, イワシクジラ (Iwashi Kujira) (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 イワシクジラ (Iwashi Kujira) belong to?

イワシクジラ (Iwashi Kujira) (Balaenoptera borealis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

What are the closest relatives of イワシクジラ (Iwashi Kujira)?

The closest relatives of イワシクジラ (Iwashi Kujira) in the genus Balaenoptera include ナガスクジラ, ミンククジラ, 角島鯨 (Tsunoshima kijura), Eden's whale, Antarctic Minke Whale.