Bagwhale

Balaenoptera acutorostrata

Least Concern

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A baleia-bolsa (Berardius minimus) é uma baleia-bicuda de porte médio do Pacífico Norte, reconhecida recentemente como espécie distinta por meio de estudos genéticos e morfológicos. Seu estado de conservação é de dados insuficientes (DD), e seus hábitos em águas profundas tornam muito difícil a realização de censos sistemáticos da população.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador).

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Cetacea (Whales & Dolphins)

Family

Balaenopteridae (Rorquals)

Genus

Balaenoptera (Rorquals)

Species

Balaenoptera acutorostrata (Bagwhale)

Names in Other Languages

Korean 밍크고래

Japanese ミンククジラ

Chinese 小鬚鯨

Spanish Ballena menor

French petit rorqual

German Zwergwal

Similar Species in Balaenoptera

Baleia-comum

Balaenoptera physalus

Endangered

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Baleia Sei

Balaenoptera borealis

Endangered

Antarctic Minke Whale

Balaenoptera bonaerensis

Balaenoptera musculus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bagwhale?

The scientific name of Bagwhale is Balaenoptera acutorostrata. It belongs to the genus Balaenoptera.

What is the conservation status of Bagwhale?

Bagwhale (Balaenoptera acutorostrata) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Bagwhale live?

Bagwhale is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan.

What family does Bagwhale belong to?

Bagwhale (Balaenoptera acutorostrata) belongs to the genus Balaenoptera, which is part of the taxonomic family Balaenopteridae.

Is Bagwhale endangered?

No, Bagwhale (Balaenoptera acutorostrata) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Bagwhale belong to?

Bagwhale (Balaenoptera acutorostrata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Bagwhale?

The closest relatives of Bagwhale in the genus Balaenoptera include Baleia-comum, Baleia Sei, Eden's whale, Antarctic Minke Whale, blue whale.