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Dornenrücken-Engelhai

Squatina aculeata

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Norway. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Elasmobranchii

Order

Squatiniformes (Squatiniformes)

Species

Squatina aculeata (Dornenrücken-Engelhai)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Angelote espinoso

French Ange de mer épineux

German Dornenrücken-Engelhai

Portuguese Anjo-espinhoso

Arabic قِرش مَلَك مُشَوَّك الظَّهر

Turkish Keler

Similar Species in Squatina

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Augenfleck-Meerengel

Squatina oculata

Critically Endangered

Geschmückter Meerengel

Squatina tergocellata

Pazifischer Meerengel

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dornenrücken-Engelhai?

The scientific name of Dornenrücken-Engelhai is Squatina aculeata. It belongs to the genus Squatina.

What is the conservation status of Dornenrücken-Engelhai?

Dornenrücken-Engelhai (Squatina aculeata) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Dornenrücken-Engelhai live?

Dornenrücken-Engelhai is found in Found in Norway. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Dornenrücken-Engelhai belong to?

Dornenrücken-Engelhai (Squatina aculeata) belongs to the genus Squatina, which is part of the taxonomic family Squatinidae.

Is Dornenrücken-Engelhai endangered?

Yes, Dornenrücken-Engelhai (Squatina aculeata) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Dornenrücken-Engelhai belong to?

Dornenrücken-Engelhai (Squatina aculeata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Dornenrücken-Engelhai?

The closest relatives of Dornenrücken-Engelhai in the genus Squatina include Augenfleck-Meerengel, Engelhai, Geschmückter Meerengel, Meerengel, Pazifischer Meerengel.