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Cetaceans are fully aquatic marine mammals. They range in size from the 1.4-metre (4.6 ft) and 54-kilogram (119 lb) vaquita to the 34-metre (112 ft) and 190-metric-ton (210-short-ton) blue whale, which is the largest creature on earth. Fourteen families, 39 genera, and 88 species of cetaceans are recognised. Of the 88 species, the International Union for Conservation of Nature classifies three as Critically Endangered, seven as Endangered, and six as Vulnerable. Cetaceans are marine mammals, characterised by having a fusiform body, paddle-shaped front limbs, and vestigial hind limbs. Their tails have been flattened into flukes to aid propulsion. Cetaceans are included in the order Cetartiodactyla with Artiodactyla (even-toed ungulates). Cetaceans are widespread, but some specialise in certain environments. Most mysticetes prefer the colder waters of the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, and migrate to the equator to give birth. (Full list...)