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Tengu-ginzame (Deep-sea Pacific knife-nose chimaera)

Rhinochimaera pacifica

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia and South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Chile and Taiwan.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Tengu-ginzame
Russian химера тихоокеанская носатая

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tengu-ginzame?
The scientific name of Tengu-ginzame is Rhinochimaera pacifica. It belongs to the genus Rhinochimaera.
What is the conservation status of Tengu-ginzame?
Tengu-ginzame (Rhinochimaera pacifica) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Tengu-ginzame live?
Tengu-ginzame is found in Distributed across Chile and Taiwan.. Countries include Chile, Taiwan.
What family does Tengu-ginzame belong to?
Tengu-ginzame (Rhinochimaera pacifica) belongs to the genus Rhinochimaera, which is part of the taxonomic family Rhinochimaeridae.
Is Tengu-ginzame endangered?
No, Tengu-ginzame (Rhinochimaera pacifica) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Tengu-ginzame belong to?
Tengu-ginzame (Rhinochimaera pacifica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).
What are the closest relatives of Tengu-ginzame?
The closest relatives of Tengu-ginzame in the genus Rhinochimaera include Kuro-tengu-ginzame, Nishi-tenguginzame.

Native Range — 2 Countries

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