Genus Globicephala (Noun)
Meaning
Pilot whales.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Globicephala includes two main species of pilot whales, the long-finned pilot whale and the short-finned pilot whale.
- Pilot whales belong to the genus Globicephala, which is part of the oceanic dolphin family Delphinidae.
- The short-finned pilot whale is a species within the genus Globicephala found in tropical and temperate waters worldwide.
- Scientists have identified two distinct species within the genus Globicephala, each with unique physical characteristics.
- Research on the genus Globicephala has provided valuable insights into the social behavior and habitat of pilot whales.