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Campeche cat shark

Parmaturus campechiensis

Least Concern

About

The Campeche cat shark (Parmaturus campechiensis) is a species in the genus Parmaturus. 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

Parmaturus campechiensis (Campeche cat shark)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Pejegato campechano

French Holbiche campèchoise

Arabic قِرش قِطّ بَقَّم

Similar Species in Parmaturus

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McMillan's cat shark

Parmaturus macmillani

White-clasper catshark

Parmaturus albimarginatus

Parmaturus melanobranchus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Campeche cat shark?

The scientific name of Campeche cat shark is Parmaturus campechiensis. It belongs to the genus Parmaturus.

What is the conservation status of Campeche cat shark?

Campeche cat shark (Parmaturus campechiensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Campeche cat shark belong to?

Campeche cat shark (Parmaturus campechiensis) belongs to the genus Parmaturus, which is part of the taxonomic family Scyliorhinidae.

Is Campeche cat shark endangered?

No, Campeche cat shark (Parmaturus campechiensis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Campeche cat shark belong to?

Campeche cat shark (Parmaturus campechiensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Campeche cat shark?

The closest relatives of Campeche cat shark in the genus Parmaturus include McMillan's cat shark, Velvet catshark, White-clasper catshark, White-tip Catshark, Filetail cat shark.