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Brazilian whitetail dogfish

Squalus albicaudus

Data Deficient

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The Brazilian whitetail dogfish (Squalus albicaudus) is a species in the genus Squalus. It is currently classified as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.

Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Elasmobranchii

Order

Squaliformes (Dornhaiartige)

Species

Squalus albicaudus (Brazilian whitetail dogfish)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Galludo cubano

French Aiguillat cubain

Portuguese Cação-bagre-de-cauda-branca

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Squalus hemipinnis

Vulnerable

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Near Threatened

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Brazilian whitetail dogfish?

The scientific name of Brazilian whitetail dogfish is Squalus albicaudus. It belongs to the genus Squalus.

What is the conservation status of Brazilian whitetail dogfish?

Brazilian whitetail dogfish (Squalus albicaudus) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Brazilian whitetail dogfish belong to?

Brazilian whitetail dogfish (Squalus albicaudus) belongs to the genus Squalus, which is part of the taxonomic family Squalidae.

What kingdom does Brazilian whitetail dogfish belong to?

Brazilian whitetail dogfish (Squalus albicaudus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Brazilian whitetail dogfish?

The closest relatives of Brazilian whitetail dogfish in the genus Squalus include Blainville-Dornhai, Dornhai, Kurznasen-Dornhai, Eastern longnose spurdog, Cyrano spurdog.