Velvet catshark

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)

Family

Scyliorhinidae

Genus

Parmaturus

Species

Parmaturus lanatus (Velvet catshark)

Names in Other Languages

French holbiche laineuse

Similar Species in Parmaturus

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Campeche cat shark

Parmaturus campechiensis

Least Concern

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McMillan's cat shark

Parmaturus macmillani

Data Deficient

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White-clasper catshark

Parmaturus albipenis

Least Concern

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White-tip Catshark

Parmaturus albimarginatus

Least Concern

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Filetail cat shark

Parmaturus xaniurus

Least Concern

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Beige catshark

Parmaturus bigus

Data Deficient

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Blackgill cat shark

Parmaturus melanobranchus

Least Concern

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Salamander shark

Parmaturus pilosus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Velvet catshark?

The scientific name of Velvet catshark is Parmaturus lanatus. It belongs to the genus Parmaturus.

What is the conservation status of Velvet catshark?

Velvet catshark (Parmaturus lanatus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Velvet catshark belong to?

Velvet catshark (Parmaturus lanatus) belongs to the genus Parmaturus, which is part of the taxonomic family Scyliorhinidae.

Is Velvet catshark endangered?

No, Velvet catshark (Parmaturus lanatus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Velvet catshark belong to?

Velvet catshark (Parmaturus lanatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Velvet catshark?

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