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Uchiwazame (Yellow-spotted fanray)

Platyrhina tangi

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

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
Elasmobranchii
Order
Torpediniformes (シビレエイ目)
Family
Platyrhinidae
Genus
Platyrhina
Species
Platyrhina tangi (Uchiwazame)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Uchiwazame

Similar Species in Platyrhina

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Onino-uchiwa
Platyrhina hyugaensis
Vulnerable
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Uchiwazame
Platyrhina sinensis
Endangered
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Indian fanray
Platyrhina psomadakisi
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Uchiwazame?
The scientific name of Uchiwazame is Platyrhina tangi. It belongs to the genus Platyrhina.
What is the conservation status of Uchiwazame?
Uchiwazame (Platyrhina tangi) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Uchiwazame live?
Uchiwazame 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 Uchiwazame belong to?
Uchiwazame (Platyrhina tangi) belongs to the genus Platyrhina, which is part of the taxonomic family Platyrhinidae.
Is Uchiwazame endangered?
Yes, Uchiwazame (Platyrhina tangi) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Uchiwazame belong to?
Uchiwazame (Platyrhina tangi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).
What are the closest relatives of Uchiwazame?
The closest relatives of Uchiwazame in the genus Platyrhina include Onino-uchiwa, Uchiwazame, Indian fanray.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Platyrhina — 4 Species

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Onino-uchiwa
Platyrhina hyugaensis
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Uchiwazame
Platyrhina sinensis
EN
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Uchiwazame
Platyrhina tangi
VU
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Indian fanray
Platyrhina psomadakisi
NT
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