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Antarctic minke whale

Antarctic minke whale
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The Antarctic minke whale (Balaenoptera bonaerensis) is a carnivorous mammal native to Antarctica, North America and Oceania.

The Antarctic minke whale or southern minke whale is a species of minke whale within the suborder of baleen whales. It is the second smallest rorqual after the common minke whale and the third smallest baleen whale. — Wikipedia

Scientific name
Balaenoptera bonaerensis
Class
Mammal
Family / order
Balaenopteridae
Diet
Carnivore
Habitat
Marine
Found in
Antarctica, North America, Oceania
Conservation status
Near Threatened

What does an Antarctic minke whale eat?

The antarctic minke whale is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.

Where do Antarctic minke whales live?

Antarctic minke whales are found in Antarctica, North America and Oceania, in marine habitats.

Is the antarctic minke whale endangered?

The antarctic minke whale is currently listed as “Near Threatened” on the IUCN Red List.

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