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Holbiche à gorge tachetée

Holohalaelurus punctatus

Endangered

About

The African spotted catshark (Holohalaelurus punctatus) is a species in the genus Holohalaelurus. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in marine environments from coastal waters to deep ocean.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Chondrichthyes (Cartilaginous Fish)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (Ground Sharks)

Species

Holohalaelurus punctatus (Holbiche à gorge tachetée)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Pejegato moteado

French Holbiche à gorge tachetée

Portuguese Pata-roxa africana

Arabic قِرش قِطّ ذو حُنجُرة مُبَقَّعة إفريقي

Similar Species in Holohalaelurus

Holohalaelurus melanostigma

Least Concern

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Holbiche isard

Holohalaelurus regani

Least Concern

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Grinning Izak Catshark

Holohalaelurus grennian

Data Deficient

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Holbiche à gorge tachetée?

The scientific name of Holbiche à gorge tachetée is Holohalaelurus punctatus. It belongs to the genus Holohalaelurus.

What is the conservation status of Holbiche à gorge tachetée?

Holbiche à gorge tachetée (Holohalaelurus punctatus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Holbiche à gorge tachetée belong to?

Holbiche à gorge tachetée (Holohalaelurus punctatus) belongs to the genus Holohalaelurus, which is part of the taxonomic family Scyliorhinidae.

Is Holbiche à gorge tachetée endangered?

Yes, Holbiche à gorge tachetée (Holohalaelurus punctatus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Holbiche à gorge tachetée belong to?

Holbiche à gorge tachetée (Holohalaelurus punctatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Holbiche à gorge tachetée?

The closest relatives of Holbiche à gorge tachetée in the genus Holohalaelurus include Holbiche isard, Holbiche isard, Holbiche isard, Grinning Izak Catshark.