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قِرش الكانج

Glyphis gangeticus

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in marine environments from coastal waters to deep ocean.

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Tiburón del Ganges
French Requin du Ganges
Arabic قِرش الكانج
Hindi Magar sora
Vietnamese Cá mập sông Giăng

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of قِرش الكانج?
The scientific name of قِرش الكانج is Glyphis gangeticus. It belongs to the genus Glyphis.
What is the conservation status of قِرش الكانج?
قِرش الكانج (Glyphis gangeticus) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
What family does قِرش الكانج belong to?
قِرش الكانج (Glyphis gangeticus) belongs to the genus Glyphis, which is part of the taxonomic family Carcharhinidae.
Is قِرش الكانج endangered?
Yes, قِرش الكانج (Glyphis gangeticus) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does قِرش الكانج belong to?
قِرش الكانج (Glyphis gangeticus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).
What are the closest relatives of قِرش الكانج?
The closest relatives of قِرش الكانج in the genus Glyphis include قرش مِشْرط, , Northern river shark.

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