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Dormilón japonés

Heterodontus japonicus

Least Concern

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The Bull-head shark (Heterodontus japonicus) is a species in the genus Heterodontus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Taiwan.

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Heterodontiformes (Heterodontiformes)

Species

Heterodontus japonicus (Dormilón japonés)

Names in Other Languages

Korean Kwaeng-i-sang-ǒ

Japanese Nekozame

Spanish Dormilón japonés

French Requin dormeur nekozame

German Japanischer Hornhai

Arabic قرْش نوّام ياباني

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Heterodontus ramalheira

Data Deficient

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Dormilón búfalo

Heterodontus mexicanus

Least Concern

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Dormilón carenado

Heterodontus galeatus

Least Concern

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Dormilón cornudo

Heterodontus francisci

Data Deficient

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Dormilón de Omán

Heterodontus omanensis

Data Deficient

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Dormilón toro

Heterodontus portusjacksoni

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dormilón japonés?

The scientific name of Dormilón japonés is Heterodontus japonicus. It belongs to the genus Heterodontus.

What is the conservation status of Dormilón japonés?

Dormilón japonés (Heterodontus japonicus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Dormilón japonés live?

Dormilón japonés is found in Found in Taiwan.. Countries include Taiwan.

What family does Dormilón japonés belong to?

Dormilón japonés (Heterodontus japonicus) belongs to the genus Heterodontus, which is part of the taxonomic family Heterodontidae.

Is Dormilón japonés endangered?

No, Dormilón japonés (Heterodontus japonicus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Dormilón japonés belong to?

Dormilón japonés (Heterodontus japonicus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Dormilón japonés?

The closest relatives of Dormilón japonés in the genus Heterodontus include Dormilón, Dormilón acebrado, Dormilón boquigrande, Dormilón búfalo, Dormilón carenado.