Kurakakezame (Saddle carpetshark)

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (動物)

Phylum

Chordata (脊索動物)

Class

Elasmobranchii

Order

Orectolobiformes (テンジクザメ目)

Family

Parascylliidae

Genus

Cirrhoscyllium

Species

Cirrhoscyllium japonicum (Kurakakezame)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Kurakakezame

Spanish Alfombrera japonesa

French Requin carpette chat

Arabic قِرش بِساط سَرْج

Similar Species in Cirrhoscyllium

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Higezame

Cirrhoscyllium expolitum

Data Deficient

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Taiwan saddled carpet shark

Cirrhoscyllium formosanum

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Kurakakezame?

The scientific name of Kurakakezame is Cirrhoscyllium japonicum. It belongs to the genus Cirrhoscyllium.

What is the conservation status of Kurakakezame?

Kurakakezame (Cirrhoscyllium japonicum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Kurakakezame belong to?

Kurakakezame (Cirrhoscyllium japonicum) belongs to the genus Cirrhoscyllium, which is part of the taxonomic family Parascylliidae.

Is Kurakakezame endangered?

No, Kurakakezame (Cirrhoscyllium japonicum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Kurakakezame belong to?

Kurakakezame (Cirrhoscyllium japonicum) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

What are the closest relatives of Kurakakezame?

The closest relatives of Kurakakezame in the genus Cirrhoscyllium include Higezame, Taiwan saddled carpet shark.