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Pex tachuela

Echinorhinus brucus

Endangered

About

The Bramble shark (Echinorhinus brucus) is a species in the genus Echinorhinus. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Norway and Portugal. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Squaliformes (Squaliformes)

Species

Echinorhinus brucus (Pex tachuela)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Kikuzame

Spanish Pex tachuela

French Chenille

German Alligatorhai

Portuguese Peixe-prego

Arabic Kalb

Turkish Civili köpek baligi

Similar Species in Echinorhinus

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Tiburon negroespinoso

Echinorhinus cookei

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pex tachuela?

The scientific name of Pex tachuela is Echinorhinus brucus. It belongs to the genus Echinorhinus.

What is the conservation status of Pex tachuela?

Pex tachuela (Echinorhinus brucus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Pex tachuela live?

Pex tachuela is found in Distributed across Norway and Portugal. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway, Portugal.

What family does Pex tachuela belong to?

Pex tachuela (Echinorhinus brucus) belongs to the genus Echinorhinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Echinorhinidae.

Is Pex tachuela endangered?

Yes, Pex tachuela (Echinorhinus brucus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Pex tachuela belong to?

Pex tachuela (Echinorhinus brucus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Pex tachuela?

The closest relatives of Pex tachuela in the genus Echinorhinus include Tiburon negroespinoso.