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Atlantic sawtail catshark

Galeus atlanticus

Near Threatened

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The Atlantic sawtail catshark (Galeus atlanticus) is a species in the genus Galeus. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in marine environments from coastal waters to deep ocean.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Chondrichthyes (연골어류)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (흉상어목)

Species

Galeus atlanticus (Atlantic sawtail catshark)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish olayo atlántico

French Chien Atlantique

German Atlantischer Sägeschwanzhai

Russian антильский пилохвост

Similar Species in Galeus

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African sawtail cat shark

Galeus polli

Vulnerable

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Blacktip sawtail cat shark

Longfin sawtail cat shark

Longnose sawtail cat shark

Dwarf sawtail cat shark

Galeus schultzi

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Atlantic sawtail catshark?

The scientific name of Atlantic sawtail catshark is Galeus atlanticus. It belongs to the genus Galeus.

What is the conservation status of Atlantic sawtail catshark?

Atlantic sawtail catshark (Galeus atlanticus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Atlantic sawtail catshark belong to?

Atlantic sawtail catshark (Galeus atlanticus) belongs to the genus Galeus, which is part of the taxonomic family Scyliorhinidae.

What kingdom does Atlantic sawtail catshark belong to?

Atlantic sawtail catshark (Galeus atlanticus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (동물).

What are the closest relatives of Atlantic sawtail catshark?

The closest relatives of Atlantic sawtail catshark in the genus Galeus include African sawtail cat shark, Blacktip sawtail cat shark, Phallic Catshark, Longfin sawtail cat shark, Mouse cat shark.