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short-finned pilot whale
Globicephala macrorhynchus
Data Deficient
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Habitat & Distribution
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Norway, Portugal), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).
Conservation Status
DD
Data Deficient
Full Taxonomy
Kingdom
Animalia
(Animals)
Phylum
Chordata
(cordados)
Class
Mammalia
(mamíferos)
Order
Cetacea
(Whales & Dolphins)
Family
Delphinidae
(Oceanic Dolphins)
Genus
Globicephala
Species
Globicephala macrorhynchus
(short-finned pilot whale)
Names in Other Languages
Chinese
短肢領航鯨
Spanish
Caldrón Negro
French
Globicéphale tropical
German
Indischer Grindwal
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of short-finned pilot whale?
The scientific name of short-finned pilot whale is Globicephala macrorhynchus. It belongs to the genus Globicephala.
What is the conservation status of short-finned pilot whale?
short-finned pilot whale (Globicephala macrorhynchus) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.
Where does short-finned pilot whale live?
short-finned pilot whale is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Norway, Portugal), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Portugal, Taiwan, Venezuela.
What family does short-finned pilot whale belong to?
short-finned pilot whale (Globicephala macrorhynchus) belongs to the genus Globicephala, which is part of the taxonomic family Delphinidae.
What kingdom does short-finned pilot whale belong to?
short-finned pilot whale (Globicephala macrorhynchus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of short-finned pilot whale?
The closest relatives of short-finned pilot whale in the genus Globicephala include Cachalote-anão.
Genus Globicephala — 2 Species
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Cachalote-anão
Globicephala melas
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short-finned pilot whale
Globicephala macrorhynchus
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