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Black-spotted cat shark

Halaelurus buergeri

Endangered

About

The Black-spotted cat shark (Halaelurus buergeri) is a species in the genus Halaelurus. It is currently classified as Endangered 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.

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

Chondrichthyes (कॉन्ड्रीइक्थीज़)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (Ground Sharks)

Species

Halaelurus buergeri (Black-spotted cat shark)

Names in Other Languages

Korean Pul-bǒm-sang-ǒ

Japanese Nagasaki-torazame

Spanish Pejegato de manchas negras

French Holbiche à taches noires

Arabic قِرش قِطّ ذو بُقع سوداء

Vietnamese Cá Nhám hoa mai

Similar Species in Halaelurus

Blackspotted catshark

Halaelurus natalensis

Vulnerable

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Indonesian Speckled Catshark

Halaelurus maculosus

Near Threatened

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black-spotted cat shark?

The scientific name of Black-spotted cat shark is Halaelurus buergeri. It belongs to the genus Halaelurus.

What is the conservation status of Black-spotted cat shark?

Black-spotted cat shark (Halaelurus buergeri) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Black-spotted cat shark live?

Black-spotted cat shark 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 Black-spotted cat shark belong to?

Black-spotted cat shark (Halaelurus buergeri) belongs to the genus Halaelurus, which is part of the taxonomic family Scyliorhinidae.

Is Black-spotted cat shark endangered?

Yes, Black-spotted cat shark (Halaelurus buergeri) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Black-spotted cat shark belong to?

Black-spotted cat shark (Halaelurus buergeri) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).

What are the closest relatives of Black-spotted cat shark?

The closest relatives of Black-spotted cat shark in the genus Halaelurus include Banded catshark, Blackspotted catshark, Rusty Catshark, Quagga cat shark, Tiger cat shark.