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Ondenzame (Greenland shark)

Somniosus pacificus

Near Threatened
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Chile and Taiwan. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Ondenzame
Spanish Tiburón dormilón del Pacífico
French Laimargue dormeur
Russian Акула полярная атлантическая
Arabic قرش راقد للمحيط الهادئ

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ondenzame?
The scientific name of Ondenzame is Somniosus pacificus. It belongs to the genus Somniosus.
What is the conservation status of Ondenzame?
Ondenzame (Somniosus pacificus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Ondenzame live?
Ondenzame is found in Distributed across Chile and Taiwan. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Chile, Taiwan.
What family does Ondenzame belong to?
Ondenzame (Somniosus pacificus) belongs to the genus Somniosus, which is part of the taxonomic family Somniosidae.
What kingdom does Ondenzame belong to?
Ondenzame (Somniosus pacificus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).
What are the closest relatives of Ondenzame?
The closest relatives of Ondenzame in the genus Somniosus include Kaeruzame, Minami-ondenzame, greenland shark, Little Sleeper Shark.

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