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Dientuso prieto

Isurus paucus

Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate coniferous forests, flooded grasslands and savannas, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands, among 4 distinct biome types within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

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

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇨🇱 Chile 🇩🇿 Algeria

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Chondrichthyes (Cartilaginous Fish)

Order

Lamniformes (Mackerel Sharks)

Family

Lamnidae (Mackerel Sharks)

Genus

Isurus

Species

Isurus paucus (Dientuso prieto)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Bake-aozame

Spanish Dientuso prieto

French Mako à longues nageoires

German Langflossen-Makoo

Portuguese Anequim-preto

Russian Акула-мако

Arabic قرش ماكو طويل الزعانف

Indonesian Hiu anjing

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dientuso prieto?

The scientific name of Dientuso prieto is Isurus paucus. It belongs to the genus Isurus.

What is the conservation status of Dientuso prieto?

Dientuso prieto (Isurus paucus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Dientuso prieto live?

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

What family does Dientuso prieto belong to?

Dientuso prieto (Isurus paucus) belongs to the genus Isurus, which is part of the taxonomic family Lamnidae.

Is Dientuso prieto endangered?

Yes, Dientuso prieto (Isurus paucus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Dientuso prieto belong to?

Dientuso prieto (Isurus paucus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Dientuso prieto?

The closest relatives of Dientuso prieto in the genus Isurus include Atunero.