Lesser Cachalot

Names in Other Languages

Chinese 小抹香鯨

Spanish Cachalote pigmeo

French cachalot pygmé

German Zwergpottwal

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dwarf sperm whale

Kogia sima

Data Deficient

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lesser Cachalot?

The scientific name of Lesser Cachalot is Kogia breviceps. It belongs to the genus Kogia.

What is the conservation status of Lesser Cachalot?

Lesser Cachalot (Kogia breviceps) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Lesser Cachalot live?

Lesser Cachalot is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Portugal, Sweden, and Taiwan.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan.

What family does Lesser Cachalot belong to?

Lesser Cachalot (Kogia breviceps) belongs to the genus Kogia, which is part of the taxonomic family Kogiidae.

What kingdom does Lesser Cachalot belong to?

Lesser Cachalot (Kogia breviceps) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Lesser Cachalot?

The closest relatives of Lesser Cachalot in the genus Kogia include dwarf sperm whale.