Requin marteau cornu

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (animal)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordates)

Class

Chondrichthyes (Cartilaginous Fish)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (Ground Sharks)

Family

Sphyrnidae (Hammerhead Sharks)

Genus

Sphyrna (Hammerhead Sharks)

Species

Sphyrna corona (Requin marteau cornu)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Cachona

French Requin marteau cornu

Arabic قِرش مِطرقة مُقرَّن

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Cagnole

Sphyrna zygaena

Not Evaluated

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Grand requin marteau

Sphyrna lewini

Critically Endangered

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Grand requin marteau

Sphyrna mokarran

Critically Endangered

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Requin marteau à petits yeux

Sphyrna tudes

Critically Endangered

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Requin marteau écope

Sphyrna media

Critically Endangered

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Requin marteau tiburo

Sphyrna tiburo

Endangered

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Carolina hammerhead

Sphyrna gilberti

Data Deficient

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Requin marteau cornu?

The scientific name of Requin marteau cornu is Sphyrna corona. It belongs to the genus Sphyrna.

What is the conservation status of Requin marteau cornu?

Requin marteau cornu (Sphyrna corona) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Requin marteau cornu belong to?

Requin marteau cornu (Sphyrna corona) belongs to the genus Sphyrna, which is part of the taxonomic family Sphyrnidae.

Is Requin marteau cornu endangered?

Yes, Requin marteau cornu (Sphyrna corona) 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 Requin marteau cornu belong to?

Requin marteau cornu (Sphyrna corona) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Requin marteau cornu?

The closest relatives of Requin marteau cornu in the genus Sphyrna include Cagnole, Grand requin marteau, Grand requin marteau, Requin marteau à petits yeux, Requin marteau écope.