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Straight-tooth weasel shark

Paragaleus tengi

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (Animals)
Phylum
Chordata (cordados)
Class
Chondrichthyes (Cartilaginous Fish)
Order
Carcharhiniformes (Ground Sharks)
Family
Hemigaleidae
Genus
Paragaleus
Species
Paragaleus tengi (Straight-tooth weasel shark)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Ten-ibara zame
Spanish Comadreja coluda
French Milandre belette
Arabic قِرش سُرعوب قويُّ الأسنان
Vietnamese Cá Nhám
Indonesian Hiu kacang
Thai Chalarm Noo

Similar Species in Paragaleus

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Tubarão-doninha
Paragaleus pectoralis
Endangered
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Atlantic weasel shark
Paragaleus leucolomatus
Vulnerable
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Slender weasel shark
Paragaleus randalli
Vulnerable
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Straight-tooth weasel shark?
The scientific name of Straight-tooth weasel shark is Paragaleus tengi. It belongs to the genus Paragaleus.
What is the conservation status of Straight-tooth weasel shark?
Straight-tooth weasel shark (Paragaleus tengi) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Straight-tooth weasel shark live?
Straight-tooth weasel shark is found in Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Taiwan.
What family does Straight-tooth weasel shark belong to?
Straight-tooth weasel shark (Paragaleus tengi) belongs to the genus Paragaleus, which is part of the taxonomic family Hemigaleidae.
Is Straight-tooth weasel shark endangered?
Yes, Straight-tooth weasel shark (Paragaleus tengi) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Straight-tooth weasel shark belong to?
Straight-tooth weasel shark (Paragaleus tengi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Straight-tooth weasel shark?
The closest relatives of Straight-tooth weasel shark in the genus Paragaleus include Tubarão-doninha, Atlantic weasel shark, Slender weasel shark.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Paragaleus — 4 Species

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Tubarão-doninha
Paragaleus pectoralis
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Atlantic weasel shark
Paragaleus leucolomatus
VU
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Straight-tooth weasel shark
Paragaleus tengi
EN
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Slender weasel shark
Paragaleus randalli
VU
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