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Ôwanizame (Bigeye sandtiger)

Odontaspis ferox

Vulnerable

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The Bigeye sandtiger (Odontaspis ferox) is a species in the genus Odontaspis. It is currently classified as Vulnerable 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.

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

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇵🇹 Portugal

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Chondrichthyes (軟骨魚綱)

Species

Odontaspis ferox (Ôwanizame)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Ôwanizame

Spanish Salroig

French Odontaspide féroce

German Schildzahnhai

Portuguese Tubarão-areia

Arabic Girsh

Turkish Pamuk balığı

Indonesian Hiu anjing

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ôwanizame?

The scientific name of Ôwanizame is Odontaspis ferox. It belongs to the genus Odontaspis.

What is the conservation status of Ôwanizame?

Ôwanizame (Odontaspis ferox) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Ôwanizame live?

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

What family does Ôwanizame belong to?

Ôwanizame (Odontaspis ferox) belongs to the genus Odontaspis, which is part of the taxonomic family Odontaspididae.

Is Ôwanizame endangered?

Yes, Ôwanizame (Odontaspis ferox) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Ôwanizame belong to?

Ôwanizame (Odontaspis ferox) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

What are the closest relatives of Ôwanizame?

The closest relatives of Ôwanizame in the genus Odontaspis include Bigeye sand shark.