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Blacktip reef shark

Carcharhinus cautus

Least Concern

About

The Blacktip reef shark (Carcharhinus cautus) is a species in the genus Carcharhinus. 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

Carcharhinus cautus (Blacktip reef shark)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Tiburón de puntas negras

French Requin nerveux

Arabic قرش عصبيّ

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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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blacktip reef shark?

The scientific name of Blacktip reef shark is Carcharhinus cautus. It belongs to the genus Carcharhinus.

What is the conservation status of Blacktip reef shark?

Blacktip reef shark (Carcharhinus cautus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Blacktip reef shark belong to?

Blacktip reef shark (Carcharhinus cautus) belongs to the genus Carcharhinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Carcharhinidae.

Is Blacktip reef shark endangered?

No, Blacktip reef shark (Carcharhinus cautus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Blacktip reef shark belong to?

Blacktip reef shark (Carcharhinus cautus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Blacktip reef shark?

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