Hourglass Dolphin

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hayvan)

Phylum

Chordata (Kordalılar)

Class

Mammalia (memeliler)

Order

Cetacea (Whales & Dolphins)

Family

Delphinidae (Oceanic Dolphins)

Genus

Lagenorhynchus

Species

Lagenorhynchus cruciger (Hourglass Dolphin)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Delfín Cruzado

French Dauphin Crucigère

Similar Species in Lagenorhynchus

Adantic White-Sided Dolphin

Lagenorhynchus acutus

Not Evaluated

Dusky Dolphin

Lagenorhynchus obscurus

Least Concern

Peale s Dolphin

Lagenorhynchus australis

Least Concern

Pacific white-sided dolphin

Lagenorhynchus obliquidens

Least Concern

Dauphin A Bec Blanc

Lagenorhynchus albirostris

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hourglass Dolphin?

The scientific name of Hourglass Dolphin is Lagenorhynchus cruciger. It belongs to the genus Lagenorhynchus.

What is the conservation status of Hourglass Dolphin?

Hourglass Dolphin (Lagenorhynchus cruciger) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Hourglass Dolphin belong to?

Hourglass Dolphin (Lagenorhynchus cruciger) belongs to the genus Lagenorhynchus, which is part of the taxonomic family Delphinidae.

Is Hourglass Dolphin endangered?

No, Hourglass Dolphin (Lagenorhynchus cruciger) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Hourglass Dolphin belong to?

Hourglass Dolphin (Lagenorhynchus cruciger) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

What are the closest relatives of Hourglass Dolphin?

The closest relatives of Hourglass Dolphin in the genus Lagenorhynchus include Adantic White-Sided Dolphin, Dusky Dolphin, Peale s Dolphin, Pacific white-sided dolphin, Dauphin A Bec Blanc.