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Cetacean
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a marine mammal that belongs to the group known as Cetacea, which comprises whales, dolphins, and porpoises
What is a "cetacean"?
A cetacean is a marine mammal belonging to the order Cetacea, which includes whales, dolphins, and porpoises. These creatures are known for their streamlined bodies, fin-like limbs, and adaptations for living in water. They possess remarkable abilities such as diving to great depths, communicating through complex behaviors, and using echolocation to navigate and find food. Cetaceans play vital roles in marine ecosystems and are renowned for their elegance and allure in the world's oceans.
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Cetaceans, including whales, dolphins, and porpoises, are a group of marine mammals adapted for life in the ocean.
The Blue Whale, the largest cetacean and the largest animal ever known to have existed, feeds primarily on krill by filtering seawater through its baleen plates.
cetacean
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relating to whales, dolphins, and other marine mammals of the order Cetacea
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The biologist specializes in cetacean behavior.
Cetacean communication includes a wide range of vocalizations.
