Pejegato campechano

About

The Campeche cat shark (Parmaturus campechiensis) is a species in the genus Parmaturus. 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

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Chondrichthyes (Cartilaginous Fish)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (Ground Sharks)

Family

Scyliorhinidae

Genus

Parmaturus

Species

Parmaturus campechiensis (Pejegato campechano)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Pejegato campechano

French Holbiche campèchoise

Arabic قِرش قِطّ بَقَّم

Similar Species in Parmaturus

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Gato lima

Parmaturus xaniurus

Least Concern

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Pejagato salamandra

Parmaturus pilosus

Least Concern

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Pejegato de agallas negras

Parmaturus melanobranchus

Least Concern

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White-clasper catshark

Parmaturus albipenis

Least Concern

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White-tip Catshark

Parmaturus albimarginatus

Least Concern

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Velvet catshark

Parmaturus lanatus

Least Concern

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Beige catshark

Parmaturus bigus

Data Deficient

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McMillan's cat shark

Parmaturus macmillani

Data Deficient

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pejegato campechano?

The scientific name of Pejegato campechano is Parmaturus campechiensis. It belongs to the genus Parmaturus.

What is the conservation status of Pejegato campechano?

Pejegato campechano (Parmaturus campechiensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Pejegato campechano belong to?

Pejegato campechano (Parmaturus campechiensis) belongs to the genus Parmaturus, which is part of the taxonomic family Scyliorhinidae.

Is Pejegato campechano endangered?

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

What kingdom does Pejegato campechano belong to?

Pejegato campechano (Parmaturus campechiensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Pejegato campechano?

The closest relatives of Pejegato campechano in the genus Parmaturus include Gato lima, Pejagato salamandra, Pejegato de agallas negras, White-clasper catshark, White-tip Catshark.