southern right whale dolphin

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Mammalia (สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)

Order

Cetacea (Whales & Dolphins)

Family

Delphinidae (Oceanic Dolphins)

Genus

Lissodelphis

Species

Lissodelphis peronii (southern right whale dolphin)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Delfín Liso Austral

French Dauphin Aptère Austral

German Südlicher Glattdelphin

Similar Species in Lissodelphis

Northern Right Whale Dolphin

Lissodelphis borealis

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of southern right whale dolphin?

The scientific name of southern right whale dolphin is Lissodelphis peronii. It belongs to the genus Lissodelphis.

What is the conservation status of southern right whale dolphin?

southern right whale dolphin (Lissodelphis peronii) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does southern right whale dolphin belong to?

southern right whale dolphin (Lissodelphis peronii) belongs to the genus Lissodelphis, which is part of the taxonomic family Delphinidae.

Is southern right whale dolphin endangered?

No, southern right whale dolphin (Lissodelphis peronii) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does southern right whale dolphin belong to?

southern right whale dolphin (Lissodelphis peronii) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of southern right whale dolphin?

The closest relatives of southern right whale dolphin in the genus Lissodelphis include Northern Right Whale Dolphin.