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Südafrikanische Abalone

Haliotis midae

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands, among 5 distinct biome types within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Distributed across Norway and South Africa. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇿🇦 South Africa 🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Mollusca (Weichtiere)

Class

Gastropoda (Schnecken)

Order

Lepetellida (Lepetellida)

Species

Haliotis midae (Südafrikanische Abalone)

Names in Other Languages

French ormeau de Mida

German Südafrikanische Abalone

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Südafrikanische Abalone?

The scientific name of Südafrikanische Abalone is Haliotis midae. It belongs to the genus Haliotis.

What is the conservation status of Südafrikanische Abalone?

Südafrikanische Abalone (Haliotis midae) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Südafrikanische Abalone live?

Südafrikanische Abalone is found in Distributed across Norway and South Africa. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway, South Africa.

What family does Südafrikanische Abalone belong to?

Südafrikanische Abalone (Haliotis midae) belongs to the genus Haliotis, which is part of the taxonomic family Haliotidae.

Is Südafrikanische Abalone endangered?

Yes, Südafrikanische Abalone (Haliotis midae) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Südafrikanische Abalone belong to?

Südafrikanische Abalone (Haliotis midae) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Südafrikanische Abalone?

The closest relatives of Südafrikanische Abalone in the genus Haliotis include Eselsohr-Abalone, Flache Abalone, Gemeine Abalone, Gerippte Abalone, Gewirbelte Abalone.