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How it's used

Scientific names for marine life often follow a rigid structure in Cantonese, combining physical descriptors with the general term for whale. While technically accurate, you will rarely hear this term in casual conversation unless discussing biology or marine conservation. Most locals simply use the general term 鯨魚 when referring to large whales in a non-academic setting.