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Hiu pilus

Rhizoprionodon acutus

Vulnerable

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Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇮🇹 Italy

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Chondrichthyes (Cartilaginous Fish)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (Ground Sharks)

Species

Rhizoprionodon acutus (Hiu pilus)

Names in Other Languages

Korean 펜두상어

Japanese ヒラガシラ

Spanish tiburón lechoso

French Lézard

German Milchhai

Portuguese Marracho branco

Russian акула вальбема

Arabic Jarjur

Hindi Eidah

Turkish çekic başlı köpekbalığı

Vietnamese Cá Nhám miệng sâu

Indonesian Hiu pilus

Thai Chalarm Paag-laem

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hiu pilus?

The scientific name of Hiu pilus is Rhizoprionodon acutus. It belongs to the genus Rhizoprionodon.

What is the conservation status of Hiu pilus?

Hiu pilus (Rhizoprionodon acutus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Hiu pilus live?

Hiu pilus is found in Distributed across Italy and Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Italy, Taiwan.

What family does Hiu pilus belong to?

Hiu pilus (Rhizoprionodon acutus) belongs to the genus Rhizoprionodon, which is part of the taxonomic family Carcharhinidae.

Is Hiu pilus endangered?

Yes, Hiu pilus (Rhizoprionodon acutus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Hiu pilus belong to?

Hiu pilus (Rhizoprionodon acutus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Hiu pilus?

The closest relatives of Hiu pilus in the genus Rhizoprionodon include Hiu pilus, Hiu pilus, Brazilian sharpnose shark, Atlantic sharpnose shark, Atlantic Sharpnose Shark.