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Blainville-Dornhai

Squalus blainville

Data Deficient
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The Bigeye dogfish (Squalus blainville) is a species in the genus Squalus. Native to South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Chile.

Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Hiretakatsunozame
Spanish Galludo
French Aiguillat coq
German Blainville-Dornhai
Portuguese Ferranho
Russian Malaya kucheshka akula
Arabic Irsh
Turkish Camgöz

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blainville-Dornhai?
The scientific name of Blainville-Dornhai is Squalus blainville. It belongs to the genus Squalus.
What is the conservation status of Blainville-Dornhai?
Blainville-Dornhai (Squalus blainville) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Blainville-Dornhai live?
Blainville-Dornhai is found in Found in Chile.. Countries include Chile.
What family does Blainville-Dornhai belong to?
Blainville-Dornhai (Squalus blainville) belongs to the genus Squalus, which is part of the taxonomic family Squalidae.
What kingdom does Blainville-Dornhai belong to?
Blainville-Dornhai (Squalus blainville) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Blainville-Dornhai?
The closest relatives of Blainville-Dornhai in the genus Squalus include Dornhai, Kurznasen-Dornhai, Eastern longnose spurdog, Cyrano spurdog, Indonesian shortsnout spurdog.

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