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Dog shark

Scoliodon laticaudus

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Taiwan. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (животные)
Phylum
Chordata (хордовые)
Class
Chondrichthyes (хрящевые рыбы)
Order
Carcharhiniformes (кархаринообразные)
Family
Carcharhinidae
Genus
Scoliodon
Species
Scoliodon laticaudus (Dog shark)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Togari-ankôzame
Spanish Cazón espadachín
French Requin épée
Portuguese Marracho espadarte
Arabic قرش حُسام
Indonesian Hiu kejen
Thai Chalarm Noo

Similar Species in Scoliodon

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New Spadenose Shark
Scoliodon macrorhynchos
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dog shark?
The scientific name of Dog shark is Scoliodon laticaudus. It belongs to the genus Scoliodon.
What is the conservation status of Dog shark?
Dog shark (Scoliodon laticaudus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Dog shark live?
Dog shark is found in Found in Taiwan. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Taiwan.
What family does Dog shark belong to?
Dog shark (Scoliodon laticaudus) belongs to the genus Scoliodon, which is part of the taxonomic family Carcharhinidae.
What kingdom does Dog shark belong to?
Dog shark (Scoliodon laticaudus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (животные).
What are the closest relatives of Dog shark?
The closest relatives of Dog shark in the genus Scoliodon include New Spadenose Shark.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Scoliodon — 2 Species

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New Spadenose Shark
Scoliodon macrorhynchos
NT
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Dog shark
Scoliodon laticaudus
NT
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