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Angelote

Squatina armata

Critically Endangered

About

The Angel shark (Squatina armata) is a species in the genus Squatina. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate grasslands and steppes, and montane grasslands and shrublands, among 5 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate grasslands and steppes, and montane grasslands and shrublands, among 5 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

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

🇨🇱 Chile

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Squatiniformes (Squatiniformes)

Species

Squatina armata (Angelote)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Angelote

Similar Species in Squatina

Critically Endangered

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Angelito

Squatina occulta

Critically Endangered

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Angelote?

The scientific name of Angelote is Squatina armata. It belongs to the genus Squatina.

What is the conservation status of Angelote?

Angelote (Squatina armata) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Angelote live?

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

What family does Angelote belong to?

Angelote (Squatina armata) belongs to the genus Squatina, which is part of the taxonomic family Squatinidae.

Is Angelote endangered?

Yes, Angelote (Squatina armata) 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 Angelote belong to?

Angelote (Squatina armata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Angelote?

The closest relatives of Angelote in the genus Squatina include Angel, Angelito, Angelito, Angelito, Angelote.