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Deep-sea Pacific knife-nose chimaera

Rhinochimaera pacifica

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia and South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Chile and Taiwan.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Tengu-ginzame
Russian химера тихоокеанская носатая

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Deep-sea Pacific knife-nose chimaera?
The scientific name of Deep-sea Pacific knife-nose chimaera is Rhinochimaera pacifica. It belongs to the genus Rhinochimaera.
What is the conservation status of Deep-sea Pacific knife-nose chimaera?
Deep-sea Pacific knife-nose chimaera (Rhinochimaera pacifica) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Deep-sea Pacific knife-nose chimaera live?
Deep-sea Pacific knife-nose chimaera is found in Distributed across Chile and Taiwan.. Countries include Chile, Taiwan.
What family does Deep-sea Pacific knife-nose chimaera belong to?
Deep-sea Pacific knife-nose chimaera (Rhinochimaera pacifica) belongs to the genus Rhinochimaera, which is part of the taxonomic family Rhinochimaeridae.
Is Deep-sea Pacific knife-nose chimaera endangered?
No, Deep-sea Pacific knife-nose chimaera (Rhinochimaera pacifica) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Deep-sea Pacific knife-nose chimaera belong to?
Deep-sea Pacific knife-nose chimaera (Rhinochimaera pacifica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).
What are the closest relatives of Deep-sea Pacific knife-nose chimaera?
The closest relatives of Deep-sea Pacific knife-nose chimaera in the genus Rhinochimaera include خُرافة ذات أنف ليِّن, Paddlenose chimaera.

Native Range — 2 Countries

Genus Rhinochimaera — 3 Species

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