Alitán viperino

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in marine environments from coastal waters to deep ocean.

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Chondrichthyes (Cartilaginous Fish)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (Ground Sharks)

Family

Scyliorhinidae

Genus

Haploblepharus

Species

Haploblepharus edwardsii (Alitán viperino)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Alitán viperino

French Roussette vipérine

German Skaamoog

Arabic غرَّاء مُحتشِِمة حفِث أُفْعُوى

Similar Species in Haploblepharus

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Alitán marrón

Haploblepharus fuscus

Vulnerable

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Alitán obscuro

Haploblepharus pictus

Least Concern

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Natal Shyshark

Haploblepharus kistnasamyi

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Alitán viperino?

The scientific name of Alitán viperino is Haploblepharus edwardsii. It belongs to the genus Haploblepharus.

What is the conservation status of Alitán viperino?

Alitán viperino (Haploblepharus edwardsii) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Alitán viperino belong to?

Alitán viperino (Haploblepharus edwardsii) belongs to the genus Haploblepharus, which is part of the taxonomic family Scyliorhinidae.

Is Alitán viperino endangered?

Yes, Alitán viperino (Haploblepharus edwardsii) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Alitán viperino belong to?

Alitán viperino (Haploblepharus edwardsii) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Alitán viperino?

The closest relatives of Alitán viperino in the genus Haploblepharus include Alitán marrón, Alitán obscuro, Natal Shyshark.