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Australian swell shark

Cephaloscyllium laticeps

Least Concern

About

The Australian swell shark (Cephaloscyllium laticeps) is a species in the genus Cephaloscyllium. It is currently classified as Least Concern 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

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Chondrichthyes (연골어류)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (흉상어목)

Species

Cephaloscyllium laticeps (Australian swell shark)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Pejegato australiano

French Holbiche gressouillette

Arabic قِرش مُنتفِخ أبيض الأجنِحة

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Pok-sang-ǒ

Cephaloscyllium umbratile

Near Threatened

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Balloon shark

Cephaloscyllium sufflans

Near Threatened

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Speckled swellshark

Cephaloscyllium speccum

Data Deficient

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Cook’s swellshark

Cephaloscyllium cooki

Data Deficient

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Leopard-spotted swellshark

Cephaloscyllium fasciatum

Critically Endangered

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Indian swell shark

Cephaloscyllium silasi

Critically Endangered

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Flagtail swellshark

Cephaloscyllium signourum

Data Deficient

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Narrowbar swellshark

Cephaloscyllium zebrum

Data Deficient

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Australian swell shark?

The scientific name of Australian swell shark is Cephaloscyllium laticeps. It belongs to the genus Cephaloscyllium.

What is the conservation status of Australian swell shark?

Australian swell shark (Cephaloscyllium laticeps) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Australian swell shark belong to?

Australian swell shark (Cephaloscyllium laticeps) belongs to the genus Cephaloscyllium, which is part of the taxonomic family Scyliorhinidae.

Is Australian swell shark endangered?

No, Australian swell shark (Cephaloscyllium laticeps) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Australian swell shark belong to?

Australian swell shark (Cephaloscyllium laticeps) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (동물).

What are the closest relatives of Australian swell shark?

The closest relatives of Australian swell shark in the genus Cephaloscyllium include Pok-sang-ǒ, Balloon shark, Balloon shark, Speckled swellshark, Cook’s swellshark.