Cetacea

Whales & Dolphins (Cetacea) is an order comprising closely related families of organisms. It contains 14 families with 87 known species. Key family groups include Balaenidae, Rorquals, Oceanic Dolphins, Eschrichtiidae, Hyperoodontidae, and Iniidae. Among its members, 21 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). Well-known representatives include blue whale, Buckelwal, common bottlenose dolphin, and Epaulard. It belongs to Mammals (Mammalia).