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Australian blacktip shark

Carcharhinus limbatus

Vulnerable

About

The Australian blacktip shark (Carcharhinus limbatus) is a species in the genus Carcharhinus. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in marine environments from coastal waters to deep ocean.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Taiwan and Venezuela. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Chondrichthyes (कॉन्ड्रीइक्थीज़)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (Ground Sharks)

Species

Carcharhinus limbatus (Australian blacktip shark)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Kamasutogari zame

Spanish Balicero

French Mangeur d'hommes

German Blauhai

Portuguese Cação

Russian акула черноперая

Arabic Gursh

Turkish Köpekbalığı

Vietnamese Cá Mập lim - ba

Thai Chalarm Kreep-dum

Similar Species in Carcharhinus

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Australian blacktip shark

Carcharhinus tilstoni

Least Concern

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Black fin reef shark

Carcharhinus melanopterus

Carcharhinus dussumieri

Ambon sharpnose puffer

Carcharhinus amboinensis

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Australian blacktip shark?

The scientific name of Australian blacktip shark is Carcharhinus limbatus. It belongs to the genus Carcharhinus.

What is the conservation status of Australian blacktip shark?

Australian blacktip shark (Carcharhinus limbatus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Australian blacktip shark live?

Australian blacktip shark is found in Distributed across Taiwan and Venezuela. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Taiwan, Venezuela.

What family does Australian blacktip shark belong to?

Australian blacktip shark (Carcharhinus limbatus) belongs to the genus Carcharhinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Carcharhinidae.

Is Australian blacktip shark endangered?

Yes, Australian blacktip shark (Carcharhinus limbatus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Australian blacktip shark belong to?

Australian blacktip shark (Carcharhinus limbatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).

What are the closest relatives of Australian blacktip shark?

The closest relatives of Australian blacktip shark in the genus Carcharhinus include Ambon sharpnose puffer, Australian blacktip shark, Black fin reef shark, bignose shark, Black-spot shark.