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North Atlantic Bottlenose Whale

Hyperoodon ampullatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Artiodactyla ›Family: Ziphiidae ›Genus: Hyperoodon

About

The northern bottlenose whale (Hyperoodon ampullatus) is a species of bottlenose whale in the ziphiid family, and being one of two members of the genus Hyperoodon. The northern bottlenose was hunted heavily by Norway and Britain in the 19th and early 20th centuries. It is one of the deepest diving mammals known, reaching depths of 1453 m (4767 ft).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of North Atlantic Bottlenose Whale?
The scientific name of North Atlantic Bottlenose Whale is Hyperoodon ampullatus.
What kingdom does North Atlantic Bottlenose Whale belong to?
North Atlantic Bottlenose Whale belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does North Atlantic Bottlenose Whale belong to?
North Atlantic Bottlenose Whale belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does North Atlantic Bottlenose Whale belong to?
North Atlantic Bottlenose Whale belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does North Atlantic Bottlenose Whale belong to?
North Atlantic Bottlenose Whale belongs to the order Artiodactyla.
What family does North Atlantic Bottlenose Whale belong to?
North Atlantic Bottlenose Whale belongs to the family Ziphiidae.
What genus does North Atlantic Bottlenose Whale belong to?
North Atlantic Bottlenose Whale belongs to the genus Hyperoodon.