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Scoophead

Sphyrna media

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

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

🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Chondrichthyes (Cartilaginous Fish)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (Ground Sharks)

Family

Sphyrnidae (Hammerhead Sharks)

Genus

Sphyrna (Hammerhead Sharks)

Species

Sphyrna media (Scoophead)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Cachona

French Requin marteau écope

Portuguese Cambeva

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Hiu martil

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Sphyrna mokarran

Critically Endangered

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Bonnet

Sphyrna tudes

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Scoophead?

The scientific name of Scoophead is Sphyrna media. It belongs to the genus Sphyrna.

What is the conservation status of Scoophead?

Scoophead (Sphyrna media) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Scoophead live?

Scoophead is found in Found in Venezuela. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Venezuela.

What family does Scoophead belong to?

Scoophead (Sphyrna media) belongs to the genus Sphyrna, which is part of the taxonomic family Sphyrnidae.

Is Scoophead endangered?

Yes, Scoophead (Sphyrna media) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Scoophead belong to?

Scoophead (Sphyrna media) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Scoophead?

The closest relatives of Scoophead in the genus Sphyrna include Hiu martil, Great Hammerhead, Hammerhead, Carolina hammerhead, Bonnet hammerhead.