Nurse shark

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (동물)

Phylum

Chordata (척삭동물)

Class

Elasmobranchii

Order

Orectolobiformes (수염상어목)

Family

Ginglymostomatidae

Genus

Ginglymostoma

Species

Ginglymostoma unami (Nurse shark)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Gata nodriza

French Requin-nourrice

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Carpet shark

Ginglymostoma cirratum

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Nurse shark?

The scientific name of Nurse shark is Ginglymostoma unami. It belongs to the genus Ginglymostoma.

What is the conservation status of Nurse shark?

Nurse shark (Ginglymostoma unami) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Nurse shark belong to?

Nurse shark (Ginglymostoma unami) belongs to the genus Ginglymostoma, which is part of the taxonomic family Ginglymostomatidae.

Is Nurse shark endangered?

Yes, Nurse shark (Ginglymostoma unami) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Nurse shark belong to?

Nurse shark (Ginglymostoma unami) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (동물).

What are the closest relatives of Nurse shark?

The closest relatives of Nurse shark in the genus Ginglymostoma include Carpet shark.