Sparsetooth dogfish

Habitat & Distribution

Native to South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Chile.

🇨🇱 Chile

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (animal)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordates)

Class

Elasmobranchii

Order

Squaliformes (Squaliformes)

Family

Somniosidae

Genus

Scymnodalatias

Species

Scymnodalatias oligodon (Sparsetooth dogfish)

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Squale-grogneur chien

Scymnodalatias sherwoodi

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Whitetail dogfish

Scymnodalatias albicauda

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Azores dogfish

Scymnodalatias garricki

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sparsetooth dogfish?

The scientific name of Sparsetooth dogfish is Scymnodalatias oligodon. It belongs to the genus Scymnodalatias.

What is the conservation status of Sparsetooth dogfish?

Sparsetooth dogfish (Scymnodalatias oligodon) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Sparsetooth dogfish live?

Sparsetooth dogfish is found in Found in Chile.. Countries include Chile.

What family does Sparsetooth dogfish belong to?

Sparsetooth dogfish (Scymnodalatias oligodon) belongs to the genus Scymnodalatias, which is part of the taxonomic family Somniosidae.

Is Sparsetooth dogfish endangered?

No, Sparsetooth dogfish (Scymnodalatias oligodon) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Sparsetooth dogfish belong to?

Sparsetooth dogfish (Scymnodalatias oligodon) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Sparsetooth dogfish?

The closest relatives of Sparsetooth dogfish in the genus Scymnodalatias include Squale-grogneur chien, Whitetail dogfish, Azores dogfish.