Genus

Globicephala

2 species. Maximum lifespan ranges from 60 years (Long-finned pilot whale) to 63 years (Short-finned pilot whale).

Species
2
with a complete mtDNA
Lifespan range
60–63 yr
Longest: Short-finned pilot whale
Median GC
38.9%
Range 38.9–38.9%
Median mtDNA size
16,390 bp

Where Globicephala species sit among 2,335 species

Whole-genome GC content against maximum lifespan. Hover or tap a point; select it again to open the species.

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Species in Globicephala

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Species in Globicephala
Globicephala macrorhynchusShort-finned pilot whale63 yr16,390 bp38.88%
Globicephala melasLong-finned pilot whale60 yr16,390 bp38.90%