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Tiburón

Centroscyllium nigrum

Least Concern

About

<em>Centroscyllium nigrum</em>, the combtooth dogfish, is a deep-sea shark in the family Etmopteridae, assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. The species has been recorded from Chilean waters in the southeastern Pacific Ocean, where it inhabits deep oceanic environments on continental slopes. Like other members of the genus <em>Centroscyllium</em>, it possesses a series of small, comb-like teeth suited for grasping slippery prey. The combtooth dogfish is a small shark, characteristic of the lanternshark family in its modest body size and deep-water lifestyle. It is presumed to feed on fish, cephalopods, and crustaceans encountered in the midwater and benthic zones of its deep-sea habitat. As with many deep-sea elasmobranchs, detailed information on its population size, reproductive biology, and ecological role is limited. The species is currently not considered at significant conservation risk. Specific body length and weight data are not available in the current record.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Chile.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Tiburón
French Aiguillat peigne
Arabic كلب البحر أسنان مشطِية

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tiburón?
The scientific name of Tiburón is Centroscyllium nigrum. It belongs to the genus Centroscyllium.
What is the conservation status of Tiburón?
Tiburón (Centroscyllium nigrum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Tiburón live?
Tiburón is found in Found in Chile.. Countries include Chile.
What family does Tiburón belong to?
Tiburón (Centroscyllium nigrum) belongs to the genus Centroscyllium, which is part of the taxonomic family Etmopteridae.
Is Tiburón endangered?
No, Tiburón (Centroscyllium nigrum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Tiburón belong to?
Tiburón (Centroscyllium nigrum) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Tiburón?
The closest relatives of Tiburón in the genus Centroscyllium include Tollo negro, Tollo negro aliblanco, Tollo negro elegante, Tollo negro liso, Tollo negro luminoso.

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