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Elliot's grey shark

Hemipristis elongata

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

Kingdom
Animalia (動物)
Phylum
Chordata (脊索動物)
Class
Chondrichthyes (軟骨魚綱)
Order
Carcharhiniformes (メジロザメ目)
Family
Hemigaleidae
Genus
Hemipristis
Species
Hemipristis elongata (Elliot's grey shark)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Comadreja ganchuda
French Milandre chicor
Portuguese Tubarão doninha
Arabic قرش ذو الأسنان البارزة
Vietnamese Cá Nhám thân dài
Indonesian Hiu monas
Thai Chalarm Noo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Elliot's grey shark?
The scientific name of Elliot's grey shark is Hemipristis elongata. It belongs to the genus Hemipristis.
What is the conservation status of Elliot's grey shark?
Elliot's grey shark (Hemipristis elongata) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Elliot's grey shark live?
Elliot's grey shark 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 Elliot's grey shark belong to?
Elliot's grey shark (Hemipristis elongata) belongs to the genus Hemipristis, which is part of the taxonomic family Hemigaleidae.
Is Elliot's grey shark endangered?
Yes, Elliot's grey shark (Hemipristis elongata) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Elliot's grey shark belong to?
Elliot's grey shark (Hemipristis elongata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Hemipristis — 1 Species

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Elliot's grey shark
Hemipristis elongata
VU
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