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Leitao

Galeus melastomus

Not Evaluated

About

The Black-mouthed dogfish (Galeus melastomus) is a species in the genus Galeus. Typically found in marine environments from coastal waters to deep ocean. Its geographic range spans Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in marine environments from coastal waters to deep ocean.

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark

Full Taxonomy

Chondrichthyes (Cartilaginous Fish)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (Ground Sharks)

Species

Galeus melastomus (Leitao)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Macke

Spanish Bardoulina

French Bardoulin

German Fleckhai

Portuguese Leitao

Arabic Kalb bahr

Turkish Lekeli kedibalığı

Similar Species in Galeus

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Tubarão-cauda-de-serra-do-sul

Galeus mincaronei

Vulnerable

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Atlantic sawtail catshark

Galeus atlanticus

Near Threatened

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Blacktip sawtail cat shark

Longfin sawtail cat shark

Longnose sawtail cat shark

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Leitao?

The scientific name of Leitao is Galeus melastomus. It belongs to the genus Galeus.

Where does Leitao live?

Leitao is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Leitao belong to?

Leitao (Galeus melastomus) belongs to the genus Galeus, which is part of the taxonomic family Scyliorhinidae.

What kingdom does Leitao belong to?

Leitao (Galeus melastomus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Leitao?

The closest relatives of Leitao in the genus Galeus include Tubarão-cauda-de-serra-do-sul, Blacktip sawtail cat shark, Phallic Catshark, Longfin sawtail cat shark, Mouse cat shark.