The scientific name of the largest animal on earth

Elephas

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Delphinus

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Panthera

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Balaenoptera

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Solution

The correct option is D Balaenoptera
The blue whale is the largest animal on this earth. The scientific name of the blue whale is Balaenoptera musculus. Its maximum confirmed length is 29.9 meters (98 feet) and a weight of 173 tonnes (190 tons).
Elephas - Elephant, Delphinus - Dolphin, Panthera - Lion or Tiger

Blue whale
(Balaenoptera musculus)
(Length 29.9 m (98 ft)

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