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Black spotted smooth hound

Mustelus punctulatus

Vulnerable

About

The Black spotted smooth hound (Mustelus punctulatus) is a species in the genus Mustelus. It is currently classified as Vulnerable 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

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Chondrichthyes (연골어류)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (흉상어목)

Species

Mustelus punctulatus (Black spotted smooth hound)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Musola pimienta

French Emissole pointilée

German Gepunkteter Glatthai

Arabic كلب البحر الأملس المُنَقَّط بالأسود

Turkish Benekli köpekbalığı

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Mustelus whitneyi

Critically Endangered

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Australian smooth hound

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White-fin smooth-hound

Mustelus widodoi

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Australian grey smooth-hound

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black spotted smooth hound?

The scientific name of Black spotted smooth hound is Mustelus punctulatus. It belongs to the genus Mustelus.

What is the conservation status of Black spotted smooth hound?

Black spotted smooth hound (Mustelus punctulatus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Black spotted smooth hound belong to?

Black spotted smooth hound (Mustelus punctulatus) belongs to the genus Mustelus, which is part of the taxonomic family Triakidae.

Is Black spotted smooth hound endangered?

Yes, Black spotted smooth hound (Mustelus punctulatus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Black spotted smooth hound belong to?

Black spotted smooth hound (Mustelus punctulatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (동물).

What are the closest relatives of Black spotted smooth hound?

The closest relatives of Black spotted smooth hound in the genus Mustelus include Kae-sang-ǒ, Pyǒl-sang-ǒ, Humpback smooth hound, Gray smooth hound, Gummy shark.