Baleia-comum

Balaenoptera physalus

Endangered

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A baleia-fin (Balaenoptera physalus) está classificada como Em Perigo (EN) na Lista Vermelha da IUCN. Com alto risco de extinção em estado selvagem, com declínio populacional significativo e ameaças contínuas à sua sobrevivência.

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.

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

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Cetacea (Whales & Dolphins)

Family

Balaenopteridae (Rorquals)

Genus

Balaenoptera (Rorquals)

Species

Balaenoptera physalus (Baleia-comum)

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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Baleia Sei

Balaenoptera borealis

Endangered

Antarctic Minke Whale

Balaenoptera bonaerensis

Near Threatened

Bagwhale

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Balaenoptera musculus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Baleia-comum?

The scientific name of Baleia-comum is Balaenoptera physalus. It belongs to the genus Balaenoptera.

What is the conservation status of Baleia-comum?

Baleia-comum (Balaenoptera physalus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Baleia-comum live?

Baleia-comum 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 Baleia-comum belong to?

Baleia-comum (Balaenoptera physalus) belongs to the genus Balaenoptera, which is part of the taxonomic family Balaenopteridae.

Is Baleia-comum endangered?

Yes, Baleia-comum (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 Baleia-comum belong to?

Baleia-comum (Balaenoptera physalus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Baleia-comum?

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