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Milandre belette

Paragaleus tengi

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (animal)
Phylum
Chordata (Chordates)
Class
Chondrichthyes (Cartilaginous Fish)
Order
Carcharhiniformes (Ground Sharks)
Family
Hemigaleidae
Genus
Paragaleus
Species
Paragaleus tengi (Milandre belette)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Ten-ibara zame
Spanish Comadreja coluda
French Milandre belette
Arabic قِرش سُرعوب قويُّ الأسنان
Vietnamese Cá Nhám
Indonesian Hiu kacang
Thai Chalarm Noo

Similar Species in Paragaleus

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Milandre jaune
Paragaleus pectoralis
Endangered
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Milandre jaune
Paragaleus leucolomatus
Vulnerable
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Slender weasel shark
Paragaleus randalli
Vulnerable
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Milandre belette?
The scientific name of Milandre belette is Paragaleus tengi. It belongs to the genus Paragaleus.
What is the conservation status of Milandre belette?
Milandre belette (Paragaleus tengi) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Milandre belette live?
Milandre belette is found in Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Taiwan.
What family does Milandre belette belong to?
Milandre belette (Paragaleus tengi) belongs to the genus Paragaleus, which is part of the taxonomic family Hemigaleidae.
Is Milandre belette endangered?
Yes, Milandre belette (Paragaleus tengi) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Milandre belette belong to?
Milandre belette (Paragaleus tengi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).
What are the closest relatives of Milandre belette?
The closest relatives of Milandre belette in the genus Paragaleus include Milandre jaune, Milandre jaune, Slender weasel shark.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Paragaleus — 4 Species

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Milandre belette
Paragaleus tengi
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Milandre jaune
Paragaleus pectoralis
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Milandre jaune
Paragaleus leucolomatus
VU 🐾
Slender weasel shark
Paragaleus randalli
VU
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