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Blackspot shark

Carcharhinus dussumieri

Endangered

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The Blackspot shark (Carcharhinus dussumieri) is a species in the genus Carcharhinus. It is currently classified as Endangered 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

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Chondrichthyes (Knorpelfische)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (Grundhaie)

Species

Carcharhinus dussumieri (Blackspot shark)

Names in Other Languages

Korean 흰뺨상어

Japanese Sumitsuki zame

Spanish Tiburón alinegro

French Requin nene pointe

Arabic Gursh

Vietnamese Cá Mập đúc xu

Thai Chai-gruey

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Atlantischer Braunhai

Carcharhinus plumbeus

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Blauhai

Carcharhinus limbatus

Vulnerable

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Blauhai

Carcharhinus obscurus

Endangered

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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 Blackspot shark?

The scientific name of Blackspot shark is Carcharhinus dussumieri. It belongs to the genus Carcharhinus.

What is the conservation status of Blackspot shark?

Blackspot shark (Carcharhinus dussumieri) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Blackspot shark belong to?

Blackspot shark (Carcharhinus dussumieri) belongs to the genus Carcharhinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Carcharhinidae.

Is Blackspot shark endangered?

Yes, Blackspot shark (Carcharhinus dussumieri) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Blackspot shark belong to?

Blackspot shark (Carcharhinus dussumieri) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Blackspot shark?

The closest relatives of Blackspot shark in the genus Carcharhinus include Atlantischer Braunhai, Blauhai, Blauhai, Bronzehai, Galapagoshai.