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Hoshibuka (Australian smooth hound)

Mustelus antarcticus

Least Concern

About

The Australian smooth hound (Mustelus antarcticus) is a species in the genus Mustelus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in marine environments from coastal waters to deep ocean.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Chondrichthyes (軟骨魚綱)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (メジロザメ目)

Species

Mustelus antarcticus (Hoshibuka)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Hoshibuka

Spanish Musola

French Emissole gommée

German Australischer Glatthai

Portuguese Cacao antárctico

Russian Акула кунья новозеландская

Arabic قِرش مُصَمَّغ

Turkish Köpek baligi

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White-fin smooth-hound

Mustelus widodoi

Vulnerable

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Humpback smooth hound

Mustelus whitneyi

Critically Endangered

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Sharp-tooth smooth hound

Mustelus dorsalis

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hoshibuka?

The scientific name of Hoshibuka is Mustelus antarcticus. It belongs to the genus Mustelus.

What is the conservation status of Hoshibuka?

Hoshibuka (Mustelus antarcticus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Hoshibuka belong to?

Hoshibuka (Mustelus antarcticus) belongs to the genus Mustelus, which is part of the taxonomic family Triakidae.

Is Hoshibuka endangered?

No, Hoshibuka (Mustelus antarcticus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Hoshibuka belong to?

Hoshibuka (Mustelus antarcticus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

What are the closest relatives of Hoshibuka?

The closest relatives of Hoshibuka in the genus Mustelus include Hoshizame, Inu-hoshizame, Kitsune-hoshizame, Shirozame, Sharp-tooth smooth hound.