Oome-kobitozame (Dwarf shark)

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Portugal.

🇵🇹 Portugal

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (動物)

Phylum

Chordata (脊索動物)

Class

Elasmobranchii

Order

Squaliformes (ツノザメ目)

Family

Dalatiidae

Genus

Squaliolus

Species

Squaliolus laticaudus (Oome-kobitozame)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Oome-kobitozame

Spanish Tollo pigmeo espinudo

French Squale nain

German Zwergdornhai

Portuguese Cação-espinho

Arabic قِرش قزم دائري

Similar Species in Squaliolus

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Tsuranaga-kobitozame

Squaliolus aliae

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Oome-kobitozame?

The scientific name of Oome-kobitozame is Squaliolus laticaudus. It belongs to the genus Squaliolus.

What is the conservation status of Oome-kobitozame?

Oome-kobitozame (Squaliolus laticaudus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Oome-kobitozame live?

Oome-kobitozame is found in Found in Portugal.. Countries include Portugal.

What family does Oome-kobitozame belong to?

Oome-kobitozame (Squaliolus laticaudus) belongs to the genus Squaliolus, which is part of the taxonomic family Dalatiidae.

Is Oome-kobitozame endangered?

No, Oome-kobitozame (Squaliolus laticaudus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Oome-kobitozame belong to?

Oome-kobitozame (Squaliolus laticaudus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

What are the closest relatives of Oome-kobitozame?

The closest relatives of Oome-kobitozame in the genus Squaliolus include Tsuranaga-kobitozame.