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Gatica afilada

Apristurus riveri

Least Concern

About

The Broadgill Catshark (Apristurus riveri) is a species in the genus Apristurus. 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.

Found in Venezuela.

🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Chondrichthyes (Cartilaginous Fish)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (Ground Sharks)

Species

Apristurus riveri (Gatica afilada)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Gatica afilada

French Holbiche grandes oreilles

Arabic قِرش قِطّ كبير الأُذُنَين

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Apristurus profundorum

Apristurus laurussonii

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Gatica afilada?

The scientific name of Gatica afilada is Apristurus riveri. It belongs to the genus Apristurus.

What is the conservation status of Gatica afilada?

Gatica afilada (Apristurus riveri) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Gatica afilada live?

Gatica afilada is found in Found in Venezuela.. Countries include Venezuela.

What family does Gatica afilada belong to?

Gatica afilada (Apristurus riveri) belongs to the genus Apristurus, which is part of the taxonomic family Scyliorhinidae.

Is Gatica afilada endangered?

No, Gatica afilada (Apristurus riveri) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Gatica afilada belong to?

Gatica afilada (Apristurus riveri) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Gatica afilada?

The closest relatives of Gatica afilada in the genus Apristurus include Gato marrón, Gato trompudo, Pejegato abisal, Pejegato aletón, Pejegato atlántico.