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Hundshai

Galeorhinus galeus

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in marine environments from coastal waters to deep ocean.

Distributed across Chile, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇱 Chile

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Chondrichthyes (Knorpelfische)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (Grundhaie)

Species

Galeorhinus galeus (Hundshai)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Aceitero

French milandre

German Hundshai

Portuguese Bico de cristal

Russian Seraya akula

Arabic Kalb

Turkish Camgöz

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hundshai?

The scientific name of Hundshai is Galeorhinus galeus. It belongs to the genus Galeorhinus.

What is the conservation status of Hundshai?

Hundshai (Galeorhinus galeus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Hundshai live?

Hundshai is found in Distributed across Chile, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Chile, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden.

What family does Hundshai belong to?

Hundshai (Galeorhinus galeus) belongs to the genus Galeorhinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Triakidae.

Is Hundshai endangered?

Yes, Hundshai (Galeorhinus galeus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Hundshai belong to?

Hundshai (Galeorhinus galeus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).