False Killer Whale [Pseudorca crassidens]
Description
The False Killer Whale is a large species of dolphin. They are known for their long, slender bodies, rounded heads and narrow, pointed flippers. They are typically black or dark gray. False Killer Whales are very social animals, forming pods of up to 500 members. They are known for their acrobatic behavior and powerful, fast swimming. They are found in open waters throughout many parts of the world, but are most common in warmer, tropical regions.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Mammals
Mammalia
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| Order |
Cetaceans
Cetacea
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| Family |
Oceanic dolphins
Delphinidae
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| Genus |
False Killer Whale
Pseudorca
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