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Hyôzame (Graceful cat shark)

Proscyllium habereri

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
Proscylliidae
Genus
Proscyllium
Species
Proscyllium habereri (Hyôzame)

Names in Other Languages

Korean 표범상어
Japanese Hyôzame
Spanish Tollo coludo grácil
French Requin chat gracile
Arabic ٌقِرش قطّ نحيف
Vietnamese Cá Ngéo

Similar Species in Proscyllium

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Magnificent Catshark
Proscyllium magnificum
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hyôzame?
The scientific name of Hyôzame is Proscyllium habereri. It belongs to the genus Proscyllium.
What is the conservation status of Hyôzame?
Hyôzame (Proscyllium habereri) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Hyôzame live?
Hyôzame 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 Hyôzame belong to?
Hyôzame (Proscyllium habereri) belongs to the genus Proscyllium, which is part of the taxonomic family Proscylliidae.
Is Hyôzame endangered?
Yes, Hyôzame (Proscyllium habereri) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Hyôzame belong to?
Hyôzame (Proscyllium habereri) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).
What are the closest relatives of Hyôzame?
The closest relatives of Hyôzame in the genus Proscyllium include Magnificent Catshark.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Proscyllium — 2 Species

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Hyôzame
Proscyllium habereri
VU
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Magnificent Catshark
Proscyllium magnificum
NT
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