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Cachona

Sphyrna media

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

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

🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Chondrichthyes (Cartilaginous Fish)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (Ground Sharks)

Family

Sphyrnidae (Hammerhead Sharks)

Genus

Sphyrna (Hammerhead Sharks)

Species

Sphyrna media (Cachona)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Cachona

French Requin marteau écope

Portuguese Cambeva

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cachona?

The scientific name of Cachona is Sphyrna media. It belongs to the genus Sphyrna.

What is the conservation status of Cachona?

Cachona (Sphyrna media) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Cachona live?

Cachona is found in Found in Venezuela. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Venezuela.

What family does Cachona belong to?

Cachona (Sphyrna media) belongs to the genus Sphyrna, which is part of the taxonomic family Sphyrnidae.

Is Cachona endangered?

Yes, Cachona (Sphyrna media) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Cachona belong to?

Cachona (Sphyrna media) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Cachona?

The closest relatives of Cachona in the genus Sphyrna include Cabeza de martillo, Cabeza de pala, Cachona, Cachona, Cachona.