Watercolor illustration of 小鬚鯨 (Balaenoptera acutorostrata)

小鬚鯨 (Bagwhale)

Balaenoptera acutorostrata

Least Concern

About

袋鲸(Berardius minimus)是一种分布于北太平洋的中等体型喙鲸,是近年来通过基因和形态学研究新认定的物种。该物种保护状态为数据缺乏(DD),其深海栖息习性使得系统性的种群调查极为困难。

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Korean 밍크고래
Japanese ミンククジラ
Chinese 小鬚鯨
Spanish Ballena menor
French petit rorqual
German Zwergwal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of 小鬚鯨?
The scientific name of 小鬚鯨 is Balaenoptera acutorostrata. It belongs to the genus Balaenoptera.
What is the conservation status of 小鬚鯨?
小鬚鯨 (Balaenoptera acutorostrata) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does 小鬚鯨 live?
小鬚鯨 is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan.
What family does 小鬚鯨 belong to?
小鬚鯨 (Balaenoptera acutorostrata) belongs to the genus Balaenoptera, which is part of the taxonomic family Balaenopteridae.
Is 小鬚鯨 endangered?
No, 小鬚鯨 (Balaenoptera acutorostrata) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does 小鬚鯨 belong to?
小鬚鯨 (Balaenoptera acutorostrata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).
What are the closest relatives of 小鬚鯨?
The closest relatives of 小鬚鯨 in the genus Balaenoptera include 大村鯨, 藍鯨, 長須鯨, 鯷鯨, 鰮鯨.

Native Range — 8 Countries

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