藍鯨 (blue whale)

Balaenoptera musculus

Vulnerable ↑

Diet

Carnivore

Lifespan

90 years

Length

30.0 m

Weight

150.0 t

Population

15.0K

Trend

↑ Increasing

On this page

About

蓝鲸是地球上已知存在过的最大动物，体长可达33米，体重达200吨，其心脏单独就重达一辆小型轿车的重量。分布于各大洋，在极地觅食地和热带繁殖地之间进行迁徙。它们是滤食性动物，每日可消耗多达4吨磷虾。蓝鲸被列为濒危物种，20世纪捕鲸活动使其濒临灭绝，目前全球种群估计约为1万至2.5万头。

Fun Facts

✨ A blue whale's heart beats only 2 times per minute when diving.
✨ Their calls can be heard over 1,600 km away.
✨ A blue whale calf gains about 90 kg per day.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 11 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

🌊 Marine Oceanic

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Diet & Behavior

🥩

Carnivore

藍鯨 is classified as carnivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🥩 Carnivore

Animal matter 100%

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Estimated Population

15.0K

Population Trend

↑ Increasing

Full Taxonomy

Cetacea (Whales & Dolphins)

Family

Balaenopteridae (Rorquals)

Genus

Balaenoptera (Rorquals)

Species

Balaenoptera musculus (藍鯨)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese 藍鯨

Spanish Ballena azul

French baleine bleue

German Blauwal

Similar Species in Balaenoptera

Balaenoptera acutorostrata

Least Concern

長須鯨

Balaenoptera physalus

Balaenoptera borealis

Endangered

Antarctic Minke Whale

Balaenoptera bonaerensis

Near Threatened

View all species in Balaenoptera →

Explore More

Compare Species

vs 大村鯨 vs 小鬚鯨 vs 長須鯨 vs 鯷鯨

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of 藍鯨?

The scientific name of 藍鯨 is Balaenoptera musculus. It belongs to the genus Balaenoptera.

What is the conservation status of 藍鯨?

藍鯨 (Balaenoptera musculus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List. The population trend is increasing.

Where does 藍鯨 live?

藍鯨 is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan.

What family does 藍鯨 belong to?

藍鯨 (Balaenoptera musculus) belongs to the genus Balaenoptera, which is part of the taxonomic family Balaenopteridae.

What does 藍鯨 eat?

藍鯨 is carnivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.

How long does 藍鯨 live?

藍鯨 has an average lifespan of approximately 90 years in the wild.

How many 藍鯨 are left in the wild?

The estimated wild population of 藍鯨 (Balaenoptera musculus) is approximately 15,000 individuals.

Is 藍鯨 endangered?

Yes, 藍鯨 (Balaenoptera musculus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.