“Cetacea” is a term used to refer to a clade of marine animals that includes whales, dolphins, and porpoises. Members of this group are characterized by their aquatic adaptations, such as streamlined bodies, a layer of blubber for insulation, and modified limbs in the form of flippers. Cetaceans are known for their complex behaviors, social structures, and communication skills. The order Cetacea is divided into two suborders: Mysticeti (baleen whales) and Odontoceti (toothed whales, including dolphins and porpoises).
