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Indonesian Whaler Shark

Carcharhinus tjutjot

Vulnerable
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Habitat & Distribution

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

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

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Hiu kepak hitam
Carcharhinus sorrah
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Australian blacktip shark
Carcharhinus tilstoni
Least Concern
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Blackspot shark
Carcharhinus humani
Data Deficient
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bignose shark
Carcharhinus altimus
Near Threatened
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Black-spot shark
Carcharhinus sealei
Vulnerable
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Blackspot shark
Carcharhinus dussumieri
Endangered
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Carcharhinus melanopterus
Vulnerable
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Carcharhinus limbatus
Vulnerable
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Indonesian Whaler Shark?
The scientific name of Indonesian Whaler Shark is Carcharhinus tjutjot. It belongs to the genus Carcharhinus.
What is the conservation status of Indonesian Whaler Shark?
Indonesian Whaler Shark (Carcharhinus tjutjot) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Indonesian Whaler Shark live?
Indonesian Whaler 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 Indonesian Whaler Shark belong to?
Indonesian Whaler Shark (Carcharhinus tjutjot) belongs to the genus Carcharhinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Carcharhinidae.
Is Indonesian Whaler Shark endangered?
Yes, Indonesian Whaler Shark (Carcharhinus tjutjot) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Indonesian Whaler Shark belong to?
Indonesian Whaler Shark (Carcharhinus tjutjot) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).
What are the closest relatives of Indonesian Whaler Shark?
The closest relatives of Indonesian Whaler Shark in the genus Carcharhinus include Hiu kepak hitam, Australian blacktip shark, Australian blacktip shark, Black fin reef shark, bignose shark.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Carcharhinus — 20 Species

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Hiu kepak hitam
Carcharhinus sorrah
NT 🐾
Australian blacktip shark
Carcharhinus limbatus
VU 🐾
Australian blacktip shark
Carcharhinus tilstoni
LC 🐾
Black fin reef shark
Carcharhinus melanopterus
VU 🐾
bignose shark
Carcharhinus altimus
NT 🐾
Black-spot shark
Carcharhinus sealei
VU 🐾
Blackspot shark
Carcharhinus dussumieri
EN 🐾
Blackspot shark
Carcharhinus humani
DD 🐾
Blackspot shark
Carcharhinus coatesi
LC 🐾
Black-tip reef shark
Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos
EN 🐾
Blacktip reef shark
Carcharhinus cautus
LC 🐾
Blacktip shark
Carcharhinus brevipinna
VU 🐾
Blacktip shark
Carcharhinus amblyrhynchoides
VU 🐾
Borneo shark
Carcharhinus borneensis
CR 🐾
bronze whaler
Carcharhinus brachyurus
VU 🐾
Bull shark
Carcharhinus leucas
VU 🐾
Brown shark
Carcharhinus plumbeus
EN 🐾
Galapagos shark
Carcharhinus galapagensis
LC 🐾
Hardnose shark
Carcharhinus macloti
NT
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Indonesian Whaler Shark
Carcharhinus tjutjot
VU
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