Cação-pinto

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Chondrichthyes (Cartilaginous Fish)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (Ground Sharks)

Family

Scyliorhinidae

Genus

Schroederichthys

Species

Schroederichthys tenuis (Cação-pinto)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Kurakake-torazame

Spanish Pejegato menudo

French Holbiche mannequin

Portuguese Cação-pinto

Arabic قِرش قِطّ ماثِل

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Tubarão-lagartixa

Schroederichthys saurisqualus

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Schroederichthys bivius

Least Concern

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Tubarão lagarto anão

Schroederichthys maculatus

Least Concern

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Tubarão-lagarto-chileno

Schroederichthys chilensis

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cação-pinto?

The scientific name of Cação-pinto is Schroederichthys tenuis. It belongs to the genus Schroederichthys.

What is the conservation status of Cação-pinto?

Cação-pinto (Schroederichthys tenuis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Cação-pinto belong to?

Cação-pinto (Schroederichthys tenuis) belongs to the genus Schroederichthys, which is part of the taxonomic family Scyliorhinidae.

Is Cação-pinto endangered?

No, Cação-pinto (Schroederichthys tenuis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Cação-pinto belong to?

Cação-pinto (Schroederichthys tenuis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Cação-pinto?

The closest relatives of Cação-pinto in the genus Schroederichthys include Tubarão-lagartixa, Tubarão-lagarto, Tubarão lagarto anão, Tubarão-lagarto-chileno.