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Japanischer Hornhai

Heterodontus japonicus

Least Concern

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The Bull-head shark (Heterodontus japonicus) is a species in the genus Heterodontus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Taiwan.

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Elasmobranchii

Order

Heterodontiformes (Heterodontiformes)

Species

Heterodontus japonicus (Japanischer Hornhai)

Names in Other Languages

Korean Kwaeng-i-sang-ǒ

Japanese Nekozame

Spanish Dormilón japonés

French Requin dormeur nekozame

German Japanischer Hornhai

Arabic قرْش نوّام ياباني

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Japanischer Hornhai?

The scientific name of Japanischer Hornhai is Heterodontus japonicus. It belongs to the genus Heterodontus.

What is the conservation status of Japanischer Hornhai?

Japanischer Hornhai (Heterodontus japonicus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Japanischer Hornhai live?

Japanischer Hornhai is found in Found in Taiwan.. Countries include Taiwan.

What family does Japanischer Hornhai belong to?

Japanischer Hornhai (Heterodontus japonicus) belongs to the genus Heterodontus, which is part of the taxonomic family Heterodontidae.

Is Japanischer Hornhai endangered?

No, Japanischer Hornhai (Heterodontus japonicus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Japanischer Hornhai belong to?

Japanischer Hornhai (Heterodontus japonicus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Japanischer Hornhai?

The closest relatives of Japanischer Hornhai in the genus Heterodontus include Doggenhai, Stierkopfhai, Mexican horn shark, Barred bull-head shark, Crested Port Jackson shark.