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Pejegato australiano

Cephaloscyllium laticeps

Least Concern

About

The Australian swell shark (Cephaloscyllium laticeps) is a species in the genus Cephaloscyllium. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in marine environments from coastal waters to deep ocean.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Chondrichthyes (Cartilaginous Fish)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (Ground Sharks)

Species

Cephaloscyllium laticeps (Pejegato australiano)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Pejegato australiano

French Holbiche gressouillette

Arabic قِرش مُنتفِخ أبيض الأجنِحة

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Gato hinchado

Cephaloscyllium ventriosum

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Pejegato ajedrezado

Cephaloscyllium umbratile

Near Threatened

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Pejegato ajedrezado

Cephaloscyllium sarawakensis

Critically Endangered

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Pejegato ajedrezado

Cephaloscyllium isabellum

Least Concern

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Pejegato balón

Cephaloscyllium sufflans

Near Threatened

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Pejegato bordeado

Cephaloscyllium albipinnum

Critically Endangered

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Pejegato de Silas

Cephaloscyllium silasi

Critically Endangered

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Pejegato mallero

Cephaloscyllium hiscosellum

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pejegato australiano?

The scientific name of Pejegato australiano is Cephaloscyllium laticeps. It belongs to the genus Cephaloscyllium.

What is the conservation status of Pejegato australiano?

Pejegato australiano (Cephaloscyllium laticeps) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Pejegato australiano belong to?

Pejegato australiano (Cephaloscyllium laticeps) belongs to the genus Cephaloscyllium, which is part of the taxonomic family Scyliorhinidae.

Is Pejegato australiano endangered?

No, Pejegato australiano (Cephaloscyllium laticeps) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Pejegato australiano belong to?

Pejegato australiano (Cephaloscyllium laticeps) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Pejegato australiano?

The closest relatives of Pejegato australiano in the genus Cephaloscyllium include Gato hinchado, Pejegato ajedrezado, Pejegato ajedrezado, Pejegato ajedrezado, Pejegato balón.