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Achagual

Callorhinchus callorynchus

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Chile. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇨🇱 Chile

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (Animals)
Phylum
Chordata (cordados)
Class
Holocephali (Holocephali)
Order
Chimaeriformes (Chimaeriformes)
Family
Callorhinchidae
Genus
Callorhinchus
Species
Callorhinchus callorynchus (Achagual)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Zou-ginzame
Spanish Achagual
French Masca
Portuguese Acagual

Similar Species in Callorhinchus

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Pejegallo del Cabo
Callorhinchus capensis
Least Concern
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Elephant fish
Callorhinchus milii
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Achagual?
The scientific name of Achagual is Callorhinchus callorynchus. It belongs to the genus Callorhinchus.
What is the conservation status of Achagual?
Achagual (Callorhinchus callorynchus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Achagual live?
Achagual is found in Found in Chile. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Chile.
What family does Achagual belong to?
Achagual (Callorhinchus callorynchus) belongs to the genus Callorhinchus, which is part of the taxonomic family Callorhinchidae.
Is Achagual endangered?
Yes, Achagual (Callorhinchus callorynchus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Achagual belong to?
Achagual (Callorhinchus callorynchus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Achagual?
The closest relatives of Achagual in the genus Callorhinchus include Pejegallo del Cabo, Elephant fish.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Callorhinchus — 3 Species

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Achagual
Callorhinchus callorynchus
VU
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Pejegallo del Cabo
Callorhinchus capensis
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Elephant fish
Callorhinchus milii
LC
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