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Carocho

Dalatias licha

Vulnerable

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Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia and Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Norway, Portugal, and Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Squaliformes (Squaliformes)

Species

Dalatias licha (Carocho)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Yoroizame

Spanish Carocho

French Liche

German Darkie Charlie

Portuguese Carocho

Russian Далатия (=чёрная пряморотая акула)

Arabic Kalb

Turkish Köpek balığı

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Carocho?

The scientific name of Carocho is Dalatias licha. It belongs to the genus Dalatias.

What is the conservation status of Carocho?

Carocho (Dalatias licha) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Carocho live?

Carocho is found in Distributed across Norway, Portugal, and Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway, Portugal, Taiwan.

What family does Carocho belong to?

Carocho (Dalatias licha) belongs to the genus Dalatias, which is part of the taxonomic family Dalatiidae.

Is Carocho endangered?

Yes, Carocho (Dalatias licha) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Carocho belong to?

Carocho (Dalatias licha) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).