Watercolor illustration of Siyah Yunus (Globicephala melas)

Siyah Yunus

Globicephala melas

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The American Black-Fish (Globicephala melas) is a species in the genus Globicephala. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Venezuela.

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Ballena Piloto
French globicéphale noir
German Gewöhnlicher Grindwal
Portuguese Cachalote-anão
Arabic كروي الرأس الشائع [Kouraoui Arras Achaii]
Turkish Siyah Yunus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Siyah Yunus?
The scientific name of Siyah Yunus is Globicephala melas. It belongs to the genus Globicephala.
Where does Siyah Yunus live?
Siyah Yunus is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Venezuela.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Venezuela.
What family does Siyah Yunus belong to?
Siyah Yunus (Globicephala melas) belongs to the genus Globicephala, which is part of the taxonomic family Delphinidae.
What kingdom does Siyah Yunus belong to?
Siyah Yunus (Globicephala melas) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).
What are the closest relatives of Siyah Yunus?
The closest relatives of Siyah Yunus in the genus Globicephala include short-finned pilot whale.

Native Range — 5 Countries

Genus Globicephala — 2 Species

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