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Masca

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 (animal)
Phylum
Chordata (Chordates)
Class
Holocephali (Holocephali)
Order
Chimaeriformes (Chimaeriformes)
Family
Callorhinchidae
Genus
Callorhinchus
Species
Callorhinchus callorynchus (Masca)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Zou-ginzame
Spanish Achagual
French Masca
Portuguese Acagual

Similar Species in Callorhinchus

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Masca du Cap
Callorhinchus capensis
Least Concern
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Masca laboureur
Callorhinchus milii
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Masca?
The scientific name of Masca is Callorhinchus callorynchus. It belongs to the genus Callorhinchus.
What is the conservation status of Masca?
Masca (Callorhinchus callorynchus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Masca live?
Masca 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 Masca belong to?
Masca (Callorhinchus callorynchus) belongs to the genus Callorhinchus, which is part of the taxonomic family Callorhinchidae.
Is Masca endangered?
Yes, Masca (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 Masca belong to?
Masca (Callorhinchus callorynchus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).
What are the closest relatives of Masca?
The closest relatives of Masca in the genus Callorhinchus include Masca du Cap, Masca laboureur.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Callorhinchus — 3 Species

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Masca
Callorhinchus callorynchus
VU
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Masca du Cap
Callorhinchus capensis
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Masca laboureur
Callorhinchus milii
LC
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