2006-12-08 08:39:54 · 6 answers · asked by bob 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Zoology
Beluga means "white one" in Russian. As in beluga whale is a small, toothed whale that is white as an adult. It is called beluga attributed to its white color.☺
2006-12-08 09:38:38 · answer #1 · answered by ♥ lani s 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
The Beluga Whale or White Whale (Delphinapterus leucas) is an Arctic and sub-arctic species of cetacean. This marine mammal is commonly referred to simply as the Beluga - the word derives from the Russian beloye meaning white one.
Naming
The Red List of Threatened Species gives both Beluga and White Whale as common names, though the former is now more popular. The name Beluga is derived from the Russian word belukha, meaning white. It is sometimes referred to by scientists as the Belukha Whale in order to avoid confusion with the Beluga sturgeon. The whale is also colloquially known as the "Sea Canary" on account of the high-pitched squeaks, squeals and whistles.
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2006-12-08 20:08:06 · answer #2 · answered by catzpaw 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Beluga means white whale or whitefish
Beluga sturgeon
2006-12-08 09:30:53 · answer #3 · answered by ancientdragoneye 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The word "Beluga" is derived from the Russian "beloye" meaning white one.
2006-12-08 08:44:15 · answer #4 · answered by Bill P 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
White One
2016-07-09 04:08:22 · answer #5 · answered by Ronnie 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It means white.
2006-12-08 13:24:05 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋