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Albafara

Hexanchus griseus

Not Evaluated

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The 6-gilled shark (Hexanchus griseus) is a species in the genus Hexanchus. It is not yet evaluated on the IUCN Red List. It is found across Chile, Denmark, Norway, and 2 other countries, inhabiting Native to Asia and Europe and South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia and Europe and South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and South America (Chile, Venezuela).

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇱 Chile 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Full Taxonomy

Hexanchiformes (Hexanchiformes)

Species

Hexanchus griseus (Albafara)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Kagurazame

Spanish Albafara

French Arbano

German Grauhai

Portuguese Albafar

Russian акула шестижаберная

Arabic Kalb

Turkish Altıyarıklı canavar

Vietnamese Cá Nhám sáu răng

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Albafara?

The scientific name of Albafara is Hexanchus griseus. It belongs to the genus Hexanchus.

Where does Albafara live?

Albafara is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and South America (Chile, Venezuela).. Countries include Chile, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, Venezuela.

What family does Albafara belong to?

Albafara (Hexanchus griseus) belongs to the genus Hexanchus, which is part of the taxonomic family Hexanchidae.

What kingdom does Albafara belong to?

Albafara (Hexanchus griseus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Albafara?

The closest relatives of Albafara in the genus Hexanchus include Cazón de fondo.