Balaenopteridae

Rorquals (Balaenopteridae) is a family of organisms sharing recent common ancestry and similar characteristics. It contains 2 genuss with 8 known species. This includes the genus groups Rorquals, and Humpback Whales. Among its members, 4 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). Well-known representatives include blue whale, and Buckelwal. It belongs to Whales & Dolphins (Cetacea).