Long-finned pilot whale
A species of Pilot whales, Also known as Southern longfinned pilot whale Scientific name : Globicephala melas Genus : Pilot whales
Long-finned pilot whale, A species of Pilot whales
Also known as:
Southern longfinned pilot whale
Botanical name: Globicephala melas
Genus: Pilot whales
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Named for the unusual length of its pectoral fin, the long-finned pilot whale (Globicephala melas) is notable for its especially intense social bonds. Calves remain with their mothers for the entirety of their lives, and individuals have been observed "babysitting" calves that are not their own. Unfortunately, individuals of this species tend to become stranded en masse, perhaps for the same reason.
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Oceanic dolphins Genus
Pilot whales Species
Long-finned pilot whale 
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