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Cação

Carcharhinus acronotus

Endangered

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The Blacknose shark (Carcharhinus acronotus) is a species in the genus Carcharhinus. It is currently classified as Endangered 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.

Found in Venezuela. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Chondrichthyes (Cartilaginous Fish)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (Ground Sharks)

Species

Carcharhinus acronotus (Cação)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Hanagurozame

Spanish Cazon amarillo

French Requin nez noir

Portuguese Cação

Russian акула черноносая

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Carcharhinus plumbeus

Carcharhinus brachyurus

Vulnerable

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Cação

Carcharhinus galapagensis

Least Concern

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Cação

Carcharhinus brevipinna

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cação?

The scientific name of Cação is Carcharhinus acronotus. It belongs to the genus Carcharhinus.

What is the conservation status of Cação?

Cação (Carcharhinus acronotus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Cação live?

Cação is found in Found in Venezuela. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Venezuela.

What family does Cação belong to?

Cação (Carcharhinus acronotus) belongs to the genus Carcharhinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Carcharhinidae.

Is Cação endangered?

Yes, Cação (Carcharhinus acronotus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Cação belong to?

Cação (Carcharhinus acronotus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Cação?

The closest relatives of Cação in the genus Carcharhinus include Azeiteiro, Barriga-de-água, Cabeça chata, Cação, Cação.