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Paitan

Alopias superciliosus

Vulnerable

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The Big eye thresher shark (Alopias superciliosus) is a species in the genus Alopias. 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 Chile, Colombia, Portugal, Taiwan, and Venezuela. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇨🇱 Chile 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Chondrichthyes (Cartilaginous Fish)

Order

Lamniformes (Mackerel Sharks)

Species

Alopias superciliosus (Paitan)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Hachiware

Chinese 三娘鲨

Spanish Azotador

French Renard

German Großaugen-Fuchshai

Portuguese Cação-raposa-olho-grande

Russian Лисица морская обыкновенная

Arabic Jarjur

Turkish Sapan köpekbalığı

Vietnamese Cá Nhàm đuôi dài mắt to

Indonesian Paitan

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Paitan?

The scientific name of Paitan is Alopias superciliosus. It belongs to the genus Alopias.

What is the conservation status of Paitan?

Paitan (Alopias superciliosus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Paitan live?

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

What family does Paitan belong to?

Paitan (Alopias superciliosus) belongs to the genus Alopias, which is part of the taxonomic family Alopiidae.

Is Paitan endangered?

Yes, Paitan (Alopias superciliosus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Paitan belong to?

Paitan (Alopias superciliosus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Paitan?

The closest relatives of Paitan in the genus Alopias include Cucut pedang, Atlantic Thresher.