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Graue Meersau

Oxynotus paradoxus

Vulnerable

About

The Angular rough shark (Oxynotus paradoxus) is a species in the genus Oxynotus. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Norway and Portugal. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Elasmobranchii

Order

Squaliformes (Dornhaiartige)

Species

Oxynotus paradoxus (Graue Meersau)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Cerdo marino

French Centrine

German Graue Meersau

Portuguese Peixe-porco-de-vela

Arabic قِرش فظّ زِعنفة قِلع

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Graue Meersau?

The scientific name of Graue Meersau is Oxynotus paradoxus. It belongs to the genus Oxynotus.

What is the conservation status of Graue Meersau?

Graue Meersau (Oxynotus paradoxus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Graue Meersau live?

Graue Meersau is found in Distributed across Norway and Portugal. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway, Portugal.

What family does Graue Meersau belong to?

Graue Meersau (Oxynotus paradoxus) belongs to the genus Oxynotus, which is part of the taxonomic family Oxynotidae.

Is Graue Meersau endangered?

Yes, Graue Meersau (Oxynotus paradoxus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Graue Meersau belong to?

Graue Meersau (Oxynotus paradoxus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Graue Meersau?

The closest relatives of Graue Meersau in the genus Oxynotus include Gefleckte Meersau, Caribbean roughshark, Japanese roughshark, Pepeke.