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Sei whale

Sei whale
Photo: NOAA, Right Wale Aerial Survey · Public domain (via Wikimedia Commons)

The Sei whale (Balaenoptera borealis) is a carnivorous mammal native to Europe and South America.

The sei whale is a baleen whale. It is one of ten rorqual species, and the third-largest member after the blue and fin whales. — Wikipedia

Scientific name
Balaenoptera borealis
Class
Mammal
Family / order
Balaenopteridae
Diet
Carnivore
Habitat
Marine
Found in
Europe, South America
Weight
22.1 tonnes
Length
18.4 m
Lifespan
74 years
Conservation status
Endangered

What does a Sei whale eat?

The sei whale is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.

How big is a Sei whale?

The sei whale weighs around 22.1 tonnes and measures about 18.4 m.

How long do Sei whales live?

In the wild, the sei whale can live up to about 74 years.

Where do Sei whales live?

Sei whales are found in Europe and South America, in marine habitats.

Is the sei whale endangered?

The sei whale is currently listed as “Endangered” on the IUCN Red List.

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