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Okinawa yajiri zame (Arrowspine dogfish)

Centrophorus moluccensis

Vulnerable

About

The Arrowspine dogfish, Centrophorus moluccensis, is a species. It is currently assessed as vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

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

Species

Centrophorus moluccensis (Okinawa yajiri zame)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Okinawa yajiri zame

Spanish Quelvacho de aleta corta

French Requin chagrin cagaou

Portuguese Lixa barbatana curta

Arabic قِرش حزين صغير الأجنحة

Indonesian Cucut botol

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Genrokuzame

Centrophorus tessellatus

Endangered

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Momijizame

Centrophorus squamosus

Endangered

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Tarôzame

Centrophorus granulosus

Endangered

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Seychelles Gulper Shark

Centrophorus seychellorum

Least Concern

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Dogfish endeavor

Centrophorus harrissoni

Endangered

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Lowfin gulper shark

Centrophorus lusitanicus

Not Evaluated

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Blackfin gulper shark

Centrophorus atromarginatus

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Okinawa yajiri zame?

The scientific name of Okinawa yajiri zame is Centrophorus moluccensis. It belongs to the genus Centrophorus.

What is the conservation status of Okinawa yajiri zame?

Okinawa yajiri zame (Centrophorus moluccensis) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Okinawa yajiri zame live?

Okinawa yajiri zame 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 Okinawa yajiri zame belong to?

Okinawa yajiri zame (Centrophorus moluccensis) belongs to the genus Centrophorus, which is part of the taxonomic family Centrophoridae.

Is Okinawa yajiri zame endangered?

Yes, Okinawa yajiri zame (Centrophorus moluccensis) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Okinawa yajiri zame belong to?

Okinawa yajiri zame (Centrophorus moluccensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

What are the closest relatives of Okinawa yajiri zame?

The closest relatives of Okinawa yajiri zame in the genus Centrophorus include Genrokuzame, Momijizame, Tarôzame, Dogfish endeavor, Lowfin gulper shark.