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Pata-roxa ensuflada

Cephaloscyllium sufflans

Near Threatened

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The Balloon shark (Cephaloscyllium sufflans) is a species in the genus Cephaloscyllium. 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 (Cartilaginous Fish)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (Ground Sharks)

Species

Cephaloscyllium sufflans (Pata-roxa ensuflada)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Pejegato balón

French Holbiche soufflue

Portuguese Pata-roxa ensuflada

Arabic قِرش كُرة

Similar Species in Cephaloscyllium

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Australian swell shark

Cephaloscyllium laticeps

Least Concern

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Balloon shark

Cephaloscyllium sarawakensis

Critically Endangered

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Blotchy swell shark

Cephaloscyllium umbratile

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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pata-roxa ensuflada?

The scientific name of Pata-roxa ensuflada is Cephaloscyllium sufflans. It belongs to the genus Cephaloscyllium.

What is the conservation status of Pata-roxa ensuflada?

Pata-roxa ensuflada (Cephaloscyllium sufflans) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Pata-roxa ensuflada belong to?

Pata-roxa ensuflada (Cephaloscyllium sufflans) belongs to the genus Cephaloscyllium, which is part of the taxonomic family Scyliorhinidae.

What kingdom does Pata-roxa ensuflada belong to?

Pata-roxa ensuflada (Cephaloscyllium sufflans) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Pata-roxa ensuflada?

The closest relatives of Pata-roxa ensuflada in the genus Cephaloscyllium include Balloon shark, Blotchy swell shark, Speckled swellshark, Cook’s swellshark, Leopard-spotted swellshark.