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Hiu kejen

Scoliodon laticaudus

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Taiwan. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (hewan)
Phylum
Chordata (Chordates)
Class
Chondrichthyes (Cartilaginous Fish)
Order
Carcharhiniformes (Ground Sharks)
Family
Carcharhinidae
Genus
Scoliodon
Species
Scoliodon laticaudus (Hiu kejen)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Togari-ankôzame
Spanish Cazón espadachín
French Requin épée
Portuguese Marracho espadarte
Arabic قرش حُسام
Indonesian Hiu kejen
Thai Chalarm Noo

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New Spadenose Shark
Scoliodon macrorhynchos
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hiu kejen?
The scientific name of Hiu kejen is Scoliodon laticaudus. It belongs to the genus Scoliodon.
What is the conservation status of Hiu kejen?
Hiu kejen (Scoliodon laticaudus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Hiu kejen live?
Hiu kejen is found in Found in Taiwan. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Taiwan.
What family does Hiu kejen belong to?
Hiu kejen (Scoliodon laticaudus) belongs to the genus Scoliodon, which is part of the taxonomic family Carcharhinidae.
What kingdom does Hiu kejen belong to?
Hiu kejen (Scoliodon laticaudus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).
What are the closest relatives of Hiu kejen?
The closest relatives of Hiu kejen in the genus Scoliodon include New Spadenose Shark.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Scoliodon — 2 Species

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Hiu kejen
Scoliodon laticaudus
NT
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New Spadenose Shark
Scoliodon macrorhynchos
NT
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