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African ribbontail cat shark

Eridacnis sinuans

Least Concern

About

The African ribbontail cat shark (Eridacnis sinuans) is a species in the genus Eridacnis. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in marine environments from coastal waters to deep ocean.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Chondrichthyes (Knorpelfische)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (Grundhaie)

Species

Eridacnis sinuans (African ribbontail cat shark)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Tollo coludo africano

French Requin chat à rubans

Arabic قِرش قِطّ مُشرَّط إفريقي

Similar Species in Eridacnis

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Pygmy ribbontail cat shark

Eridacnis radcliffei

Least Concern

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Cuban Ribbontail Catshark

Eridacnis barbouri

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of African ribbontail cat shark?

The scientific name of African ribbontail cat shark is Eridacnis sinuans. It belongs to the genus Eridacnis.

What is the conservation status of African ribbontail cat shark?

African ribbontail cat shark (Eridacnis sinuans) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does African ribbontail cat shark belong to?

African ribbontail cat shark (Eridacnis sinuans) belongs to the genus Eridacnis, which is part of the taxonomic family Proscylliidae.

Is African ribbontail cat shark endangered?

No, African ribbontail cat shark (Eridacnis sinuans) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does African ribbontail cat shark belong to?

African ribbontail cat shark (Eridacnis sinuans) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of African ribbontail cat shark?

The closest relatives of African ribbontail cat shark in the genus Eridacnis include Pygmy ribbontail cat shark, Cuban Ribbontail Catshark.