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Schwarzspitzen-Riffhai

Carcharhinus melanopterus

Vulnerable

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The Black fin reef shark (Carcharhinus melanopterus) is a species in the genus Carcharhinus. It is currently classified as Vulnerable 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.

Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Chondrichthyes (Knorpelfische)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (Grundhaie)

Species

Carcharhinus melanopterus (Schwarzspitzen-Riffhai)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Tsuma guro

Spanish Tiburón de puntas negras

French Requin noir

German Schwarzspitzen-Riffhai

Portuguese Fungu

Arabic Gursh

Vietnamese Cá Mập vây đen

Thai Chalarm Hoo-dum

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Atlantischer Braunhai

Carcharhinus plumbeus

Endangered

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Blauhai

Carcharhinus obscurus

Endangered

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Blauhai

Carcharhinus limbatus

Vulnerable

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Bronzehai

Carcharhinus brachyurus

Vulnerable

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Galapagoshai

Carcharhinus galapagensis

Least Concern

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Grauer Riffhai

Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos

Endangered

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Großer Schwarzspitzenhai

Carcharhinus brevipinna

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Schwarzspitzen-Riffhai?

The scientific name of Schwarzspitzen-Riffhai is Carcharhinus melanopterus. It belongs to the genus Carcharhinus.

What is the conservation status of Schwarzspitzen-Riffhai?

Schwarzspitzen-Riffhai (Carcharhinus melanopterus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Schwarzspitzen-Riffhai live?

Schwarzspitzen-Riffhai is found in Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Taiwan.

What family does Schwarzspitzen-Riffhai belong to?

Schwarzspitzen-Riffhai (Carcharhinus melanopterus) belongs to the genus Carcharhinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Carcharhinidae.

Is Schwarzspitzen-Riffhai endangered?

Yes, Schwarzspitzen-Riffhai (Carcharhinus melanopterus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Schwarzspitzen-Riffhai belong to?

Schwarzspitzen-Riffhai (Carcharhinus melanopterus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Schwarzspitzen-Riffhai?

The closest relatives of Schwarzspitzen-Riffhai in the genus Carcharhinus include Atlantischer Braunhai, Blauhai, Blauhai, Bronzehai, Galapagoshai.