Speartooth shark

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

Carcharhinidae

Genus

Glyphis

Species

Glyphis glyphis (Speartooth shark)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Tiburón lanza

French Requin lancette

Arabic قرش مِشْرط

Similar Species in Glyphis

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Ganges shark

Glyphis gangeticus

Critically Endangered

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Glyphis cicatricosa

Not Evaluated

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Northern river shark

Glyphis garricki

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Speartooth shark?

The scientific name of Speartooth shark is Glyphis glyphis. It belongs to the genus Glyphis.

What is the conservation status of Speartooth shark?

Speartooth shark (Glyphis glyphis) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Speartooth shark belong to?

Speartooth shark (Glyphis glyphis) belongs to the genus Glyphis, which is part of the taxonomic family Carcharhinidae.

Is Speartooth shark endangered?

Yes, Speartooth shark (Glyphis glyphis) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Speartooth shark belong to?

Speartooth shark (Glyphis glyphis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

What are the closest relatives of Speartooth shark?

The closest relatives of Speartooth shark in the genus Glyphis include Ganges shark, , Northern river shark.