Kuro-tengu-ginzame (Paddlenose chimaera)

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Taiwan.

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (動物)

Phylum

Chordata (脊索動物)

Class

Holocephali (全頭亜綱)

Order

Chimaeriformes (ギンザメ目)

Family

Rhinochimaeridae

Genus

Rhinochimaera

Species

Rhinochimaera africana (Kuro-tengu-ginzame)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Kuro-tengu-ginzame

Similar Species in Rhinochimaera

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Nishi-tenguginzame

Rhinochimaera atlantica

Least Concern

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Tengu-ginzame

Rhinochimaera pacifica

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Kuro-tengu-ginzame?

The scientific name of Kuro-tengu-ginzame is Rhinochimaera africana. It belongs to the genus Rhinochimaera.

What is the conservation status of Kuro-tengu-ginzame?

Kuro-tengu-ginzame (Rhinochimaera africana) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Kuro-tengu-ginzame live?

Kuro-tengu-ginzame is found in Found in Taiwan.. Countries include Taiwan.

What family does Kuro-tengu-ginzame belong to?

Kuro-tengu-ginzame (Rhinochimaera africana) belongs to the genus Rhinochimaera, which is part of the taxonomic family Rhinochimaeridae.

What kingdom does Kuro-tengu-ginzame belong to?

Kuro-tengu-ginzame (Rhinochimaera africana) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

What are the closest relatives of Kuro-tengu-ginzame?

The closest relatives of Kuro-tengu-ginzame in the genus Rhinochimaera include Nishi-tenguginzame, Tengu-ginzame.