Tiburón turquino

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

Proscylliidae

Genus

Eridacnis

Species

Eridacnis barbouri (Tiburón turquino)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Tiburón turquino

French Requin chat cubain

Arabic قِرش قِطّ مُشرَّط كوبي

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Tollo coludo africano

Eridacnis sinuans

Least Concern

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Tollo coludo pigmeo

Eridacnis radcliffei

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tiburón turquino?

The scientific name of Tiburón turquino is Eridacnis barbouri. It belongs to the genus Eridacnis.

What is the conservation status of Tiburón turquino?

Tiburón turquino (Eridacnis barbouri) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Tiburón turquino belong to?

Tiburón turquino (Eridacnis barbouri) belongs to the genus Eridacnis, which is part of the taxonomic family Proscylliidae.

Is Tiburón turquino endangered?

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

What kingdom does Tiburón turquino belong to?

Tiburón turquino (Eridacnis barbouri) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Tiburón turquino?

The closest relatives of Tiburón turquino in the genus Eridacnis include Tollo coludo africano, Tollo coludo pigmeo.