Watercolor illustration of 참고래 (Balaenoptera physalus)

참고래 (Big Finner)

Balaenoptera physalus

Endangered
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대왕고래(Balaenoptera physalus)는 IUCN 적색목록에서 멸종위기종(EN)으로 분류됩니다. 야생에서 멸종 위험이 높으며, 상당한 개체군 감소와 생존에 대한 지속적인 위협에 직면해 있습니다.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, flooded grasslands and savannas, and montane grasslands and shrublands, among 4 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Names in Other Languages

Korean 참고래
Japanese ナガスクジラ
Chinese 長須鯨
Spanish Ballena de aleta
French baleine fin
German Finnwal
Portuguese Baleia-comum

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of 참고래?
The scientific name of 참고래 is Balaenoptera physalus. It belongs to the genus Balaenoptera.
What is the conservation status of 참고래?
참고래 (Balaenoptera physalus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does 참고래 live?
참고래 is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, Venezuela.
What family does 참고래 belong to?
참고래 (Balaenoptera physalus) belongs to the genus Balaenoptera, which is part of the taxonomic family Balaenopteridae.
Is 참고래 endangered?
Yes, 참고래 (Balaenoptera physalus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does 참고래 belong to?
참고래 (Balaenoptera physalus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (동물).
What are the closest relatives of 참고래?
The closest relatives of 참고래 in the genus Balaenoptera include 밍크고래, 보리고래, Eden's whale, Antarctic Minke Whale, blue whale.

Native Range — 9 Countries

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