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ormeau de Mida

Haliotis midae

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands, among 5 distinct biome types within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Distributed across Norway and South Africa. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇿🇦 South Africa 🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (animal)

Phylum

Mollusca (mollusques)

Class

Gastropoda (Gastropoda)

Order

Lepetellida (Lepetellida)

Species

Haliotis midae (ormeau de Mida)

Names in Other Languages

French ormeau de Mida

German Südafrikanische Abalone

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ormeau de Mida?

The scientific name of ormeau de Mida is Haliotis midae. It belongs to the genus Haliotis.

What is the conservation status of ormeau de Mida?

ormeau de Mida (Haliotis midae) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does ormeau de Mida live?

ormeau de Mida is found in Distributed across Norway and South Africa. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway, South Africa.

What family does ormeau de Mida belong to?

ormeau de Mida (Haliotis midae) belongs to the genus Haliotis, which is part of the taxonomic family Haliotidae.

Is ormeau de Mida endangered?

Yes, ormeau de Mida (Haliotis midae) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does ormeau de Mida belong to?

ormeau de Mida (Haliotis midae) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of ormeau de Mida?

The closest relatives of ormeau de Mida in the genus Haliotis include orcille de mer, ormeau à lèvres noires, ormeau géant, Abalone, Abalone.