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Giant Sleepy -shark

Nebrius ferrugineus

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

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

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (hewan)
Phylum
Chordata (Chordates)
Class
Elasmobranchii
Order
Orectolobiformes (Hiu karpet)
Family
Ginglymostomatidae
Genus
Nebrius
Species
Nebrius ferrugineus (Giant Sleepy -shark)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Ô-tenjikuzame
Spanish Gata nodriza atezada
French Endormi
Portuguese Tubarão-de-leite tostado
Arabic قِرش رضيع أشقر
Vietnamese Cá bục bịch

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Giant Sleepy -shark?
The scientific name of Giant Sleepy -shark is Nebrius ferrugineus. It belongs to the genus Nebrius.
What is the conservation status of Giant Sleepy -shark?
Giant Sleepy -shark (Nebrius ferrugineus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Giant Sleepy -shark live?
Giant Sleepy -shark is found in Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Taiwan.
What family does Giant Sleepy -shark belong to?
Giant Sleepy -shark (Nebrius ferrugineus) belongs to the genus Nebrius, which is part of the taxonomic family Ginglymostomatidae.
Is Giant Sleepy -shark endangered?
Yes, Giant Sleepy -shark (Nebrius ferrugineus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Giant Sleepy -shark belong to?
Giant Sleepy -shark (Nebrius ferrugineus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Nebrius — 1 Species

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Giant Sleepy -shark
Nebrius ferrugineus
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