Requin grande guele

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Norway and Taiwan.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (animal)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordates)

Class

Chondrichthyes (Cartilaginous Fish)

Order

Lamniformes (Mackerel Sharks)

Family

Megachasmidae

Genus

Megachasma

Species

Megachasma pelagios (Requin grande guele)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Tiburón bocudo

French Requin grande guele

Arabic قِرش كبير الفم

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Requin grande guele?

The scientific name of Requin grande guele is Megachasma pelagios. It belongs to the genus Megachasma.

What is the conservation status of Requin grande guele?

Requin grande guele (Megachasma pelagios) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Requin grande guele live?

Requin grande guele is found in Distributed across Norway and Taiwan.. Countries include Norway, Taiwan.

What family does Requin grande guele belong to?

Requin grande guele (Megachasma pelagios) belongs to the genus Megachasma, which is part of the taxonomic family Megachasmidae.

Is Requin grande guele endangered?

No, Requin grande guele (Megachasma pelagios) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Requin grande guele belong to?

Requin grande guele (Megachasma pelagios) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).