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Tiburón ojinoto

Oxynotus caribbaeus

Least Concern

About

The Caribbean Roughshark (Oxynotus caribbaeus) is a species in the genus Oxynotus. It is currently classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Native to South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Venezuela.

🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Squaliformes (Squaliformes)

Species

Oxynotus caribbaeus (Tiburón ojinoto)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Tiburón ojinoto

French Centrine antillaise

Arabic قِرش فظّ كاريبان

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tiburón ojinoto?

The scientific name of Tiburón ojinoto is Oxynotus caribbaeus. It belongs to the genus Oxynotus.

What is the conservation status of Tiburón ojinoto?

Tiburón ojinoto (Oxynotus caribbaeus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Tiburón ojinoto live?

Tiburón ojinoto is found in Found in Venezuela.. Countries include Venezuela.

What family does Tiburón ojinoto belong to?

Tiburón ojinoto (Oxynotus caribbaeus) belongs to the genus Oxynotus, which is part of the taxonomic family Oxynotidae.

Is Tiburón ojinoto endangered?

No, Tiburón ojinoto (Oxynotus caribbaeus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Tiburón ojinoto belong to?

Tiburón ojinoto (Oxynotus caribbaeus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Tiburón ojinoto?

The closest relatives of Tiburón ojinoto in the genus Oxynotus include Cerdo marino, Cerdo marino, Cerdo marino agujeta, Japanese roughshark.