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Blacktip shark

Carcharhinus brevipinna

Vulnerable

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The Blacktip shark (Carcharhinus brevipinna) is a species in the genus Carcharhinus. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Distributed across Taiwan and Venezuela. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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 (Cartilaginous Fish)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (Ground Sharks)

Species

Carcharhinus brevipinna (Blacktip shark)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Hanazame

Spanish Jaqueton

French Requin bordé

German Großer Schwarzspitzenhai

Portuguese Cação

Arabic Jarjur

Turkish Köpek balığı

Thai Chai-gruey

Similar Species in Carcharhinus

Australian blacktip shark

Carcharhinus tilstoni

Carcharhinus dussumieri

Endangered

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Black fin reef shark

Carcharhinus melanopterus

Vulnerable

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Australian blacktip shark

Carcharhinus limbatus

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blacktip shark?

The scientific name of Blacktip shark is Carcharhinus brevipinna. It belongs to the genus Carcharhinus.

What is the conservation status of Blacktip shark?

Blacktip shark (Carcharhinus brevipinna) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Blacktip shark live?

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 Blacktip shark belong to?

Blacktip shark (Carcharhinus brevipinna) belongs to the genus Carcharhinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Carcharhinidae.

Is Blacktip shark endangered?

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

What kingdom does Blacktip shark belong to?

Blacktip shark (Carcharhinus brevipinna) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Blacktip shark?

The closest relatives of Blacktip shark in the genus Carcharhinus include Hiu kepak hitam, Australian blacktip shark, Australian blacktip shark, Black fin reef shark, bignose shark.