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Nochnaya

Etmopterus spinax

Near Threatened
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Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Negrito
French Epineux noir
German Kleiner schwarzer Dornhai
Portuguese Gata-negra
Russian Nochnaya
Arabic Kalb
Turkish Kadife köpekbalığı

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Nochnaya?
The scientific name of Nochnaya is Etmopterus spinax. It belongs to the genus Etmopterus.
What is the conservation status of Nochnaya?
Nochnaya (Etmopterus spinax) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Nochnaya live?
Nochnaya is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden.
What family does Nochnaya belong to?
Nochnaya (Etmopterus spinax) belongs to the genus Etmopterus, which is part of the taxonomic family Etmopteridae.
What kingdom does Nochnaya belong to?
Nochnaya (Etmopterus spinax) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (животные).
What are the closest relatives of Nochnaya?
The closest relatives of Nochnaya in the genus Etmopterus include Blackbelly lanternshark, Blackbelly lanternshark, Blackmouth lanternshark, Black shark, Broadbanded lanternshark.

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