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Ratazana-da-fundura

Hydrolagus affinis

Least Concern

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The Atlantic chimaera (Hydrolagus affinis) is a species in the genus Hydrolagus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Native to Europe and South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe and South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Chile and Portugal.

🇵🇹 Portugal 🇨🇱 Chile

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Holocephali (Holocephali)

Order

Chimaeriformes (Chimaeriformes)

Species

Hydrolagus affinis (Ratazana-da-fundura)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Borrico

French Chimère de profondeur

German Dunkle Tiefenseeratte

Portuguese Ratazana-da-fundura

Similar Species in Hydrolagus

Hydrolagus matallanasi

Vulnerable

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Black ghost shark

Hydrolagus homonycteris

Least Concern

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Large-eyed rabbitfish

Hydrolagus mitsukurii

Hydrolagus novaezealandiae

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ratazana-da-fundura?

The scientific name of Ratazana-da-fundura is Hydrolagus affinis. It belongs to the genus Hydrolagus.

What is the conservation status of Ratazana-da-fundura?

Ratazana-da-fundura (Hydrolagus affinis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Ratazana-da-fundura live?

Ratazana-da-fundura is found in Distributed across Chile and Portugal.. Countries include Chile, Portugal.

What family does Ratazana-da-fundura belong to?

Ratazana-da-fundura (Hydrolagus affinis) belongs to the genus Hydrolagus, which is part of the taxonomic family Chimaeridae.

Is Ratazana-da-fundura endangered?

No, Ratazana-da-fundura (Hydrolagus affinis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Ratazana-da-fundura belong to?

Ratazana-da-fundura (Hydrolagus affinis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Ratazana-da-fundura?

The closest relatives of Ratazana-da-fundura in the genus Hydrolagus include Quimera-americana, Quimera-malhada, Large-eyed rabbitfish, Ghost shark, Ghost shark.