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Pygmy Sperm Whale

Kogia breviceps

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Artiodactyla ›Family: Kogiidae ›Genus: Kogia

About

The pygmy sperm whale (Kogia breviceps) is one of three species of toothed whale in the sperm whale family. They are not often sighted at sea, and most of what is known about them comes from the examination of stranded specimens.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pygmy Sperm Whale?
The scientific name of Pygmy Sperm Whale is Kogia breviceps.
What is the conservation status of Pygmy Sperm Whale?
The Pygmy Sperm Whale has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Pygmy Sperm Whale belong to?
Pygmy Sperm Whale belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Pygmy Sperm Whale belong to?
Pygmy Sperm Whale belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Pygmy Sperm Whale belong to?
Pygmy Sperm Whale belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Pygmy Sperm Whale belong to?
Pygmy Sperm Whale belongs to the order Artiodactyla.
What family does Pygmy Sperm Whale belong to?
Pygmy Sperm Whale belongs to the family Kogiidae.
What genus does Pygmy Sperm Whale belong to?
Pygmy Sperm Whale belongs to the genus Kogia.

In the News

Scientists found mystery bacteria inside one of the ocean’s most elusive whales

Scientists studying decades of pygmy sperm whale strandings have uncovered three previously unknown types of Helicobacter bacteria hiding in the animals’ stomachs. All four infected whales showed serious digestive damage, including inflammation, ulcers, scarring, and parasite infestations, although the bacteria were not confirmed as the cause of death.

ScienceDaily Plants & Animals · 7/21/2026