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Cazón

Carcharhinus porosus

Critically Endangered

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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)

Species

Carcharhinus porosus (Cazón)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Cazón

French Requin tiqueue

Portuguese Azeiteiro

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Arenero

Carcharhinus plumbeus

Endangered

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Arenero

Carcharhinus obscurus

Endangered

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Balicero

Carcharhinus limbatus

Critically Endangered

Carcharhinus albimarginatus

Vulnerable

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Cazón

Carcharhinus galapagensis

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cazón?

The scientific name of Cazón is Carcharhinus porosus. It belongs to the genus Carcharhinus.

What is the conservation status of Cazón?

Cazón (Carcharhinus porosus) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Cazón live?

Cazón 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 Cazón belong to?

Cazón (Carcharhinus porosus) belongs to the genus Carcharhinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Carcharhinidae.

Is Cazón endangered?

Yes, Cazón (Carcharhinus porosus) 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 Cazón belong to?

Cazón (Carcharhinus porosus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Cazón?

The closest relatives of Cazón in the genus Carcharhinus include Arenero, Arenero, Balicero, Cabeza de batea, Cabeza dura.