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Atlantic chimaera

Hydrolagus affinis

Least Concern

About

The Atlantic chimaera (Hydrolagus affinis) is a species in the genus Hydrolagus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Native to Europe and South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe and South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Chile and Portugal.

🇨🇱 Chile 🇵🇹 Portugal

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Holocephali (Holocephali)

Order

Chimaeriformes (Chimaeriformes)

Species

Hydrolagus affinis (Atlantic chimaera)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Borrico

French Chimère de profondeur

German Dunkle Tiefenseeratte

Portuguese Ratazana-da-fundura

Similar Species in Hydrolagus

Hydrolagus macrophthalmus

Least Concern

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Least Concern

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Hydrolagus melanophasma

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Atlantic chimaera?

The scientific name of Atlantic chimaera is Hydrolagus affinis. It belongs to the genus Hydrolagus.

What is the conservation status of Atlantic chimaera?

Atlantic chimaera (Hydrolagus affinis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Atlantic chimaera live?

Atlantic chimaera is found in Distributed across Chile and Portugal.. Countries include Chile, Portugal.

What family does Atlantic chimaera belong to?

Atlantic chimaera (Hydrolagus affinis) belongs to the genus Hydrolagus, which is part of the taxonomic family Chimaeridae.

Is Atlantic chimaera endangered?

No, Atlantic chimaera (Hydrolagus affinis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Atlantic chimaera belong to?

Atlantic chimaera (Hydrolagus affinis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Atlantic chimaera?

The closest relatives of Atlantic chimaera in the genus Hydrolagus include African chimaera, Angel fish, Big eye chimaera, Black ghost shark, Chimaera.