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Short-finned Pilot Whale

Globicephala macrorhynchus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Artiodactyla ›Family: Delphinidae ›Genus: Globicephala

About

The short-finned pilot whale (Globicephala macrorhynchus) is one of the two species of cetaceans in the genus Globicephala. It is part of the oceanic dolphin family (Delphinidae), though its behaviour is closer to that of the larger whales.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Short-finned Pilot Whale?
The scientific name of Short-finned Pilot Whale is Globicephala macrorhynchus.
What kingdom does Short-finned Pilot Whale belong to?
Short-finned Pilot Whale belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Short-finned Pilot Whale belong to?
Short-finned Pilot Whale belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Short-finned Pilot Whale belong to?
Short-finned Pilot Whale belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Short-finned Pilot Whale belong to?
Short-finned Pilot Whale belongs to the order Artiodactyla.
What family does Short-finned Pilot Whale belong to?
Short-finned Pilot Whale belongs to the family Delphinidae.
What genus does Short-finned Pilot Whale belong to?
Short-finned Pilot Whale belongs to the genus Globicephala.