Watercolor illustration of 大村鯨 (Balaenoptera omurai)

大村鯨 (Omura's Whale)

Balaenoptera omurai

Data Deficient

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found in Taiwan.

Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese 角島 鯨 (Tsunoshima kijura)
Chinese 大村鯨

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of 大村鯨?
The scientific name of 大村鯨 is Balaenoptera omurai. It belongs to the genus Balaenoptera.
What is the conservation status of 大村鯨?
大村鯨 (Balaenoptera omurai) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.
Where does 大村鯨 live?
大村鯨 is found in Found in Taiwan.. Countries include Taiwan.
What family does 大村鯨 belong to?
大村鯨 (Balaenoptera omurai) belongs to the genus Balaenoptera, which is part of the taxonomic family Balaenopteridae.
What kingdom does 大村鯨 belong to?
大村鯨 (Balaenoptera omurai) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).
What are the closest relatives of 大村鯨?
The closest relatives of 大村鯨 in the genus Balaenoptera include 小鬚鯨, 藍鯨, 長須鯨, 鯷鯨, 鰮鯨.

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