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Pejegato balón

Cephaloscyllium sufflans

Near Threatened

About

The Balloon shark (Cephaloscyllium sufflans) is a species in the genus Cephaloscyllium. It is currently classified as Near Threatened 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

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Chondrichthyes (Cartilaginous Fish)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (Ground Sharks)

Species

Cephaloscyllium sufflans (Pejegato balón)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Pejegato balón

French Holbiche soufflue

Portuguese Pata-roxa ensuflada

Arabic قِرش كُرة

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Pejegato australiano

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Pejegato bordeado

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pejegato balón?

The scientific name of Pejegato balón is Cephaloscyllium sufflans. It belongs to the genus Cephaloscyllium.

What is the conservation status of Pejegato balón?

Pejegato balón (Cephaloscyllium sufflans) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Pejegato balón belong to?

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

What kingdom does Pejegato balón belong to?

Pejegato balón (Cephaloscyllium sufflans) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Pejegato balón?

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