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Bigeye thresher

Alopias pelagicus

Endangered

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The Bigeye thresher (Alopias pelagicus) is a species in the genus Alopias. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in marine environments from coastal waters to deep ocean.

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Chondrichthyes (Cartilaginous Fish)

Order

Lamniformes (Mackerel Sharks)

Species

Alopias pelagicus (Bigeye thresher)

Names in Other Languages

Korean Hwan-do-sang-ǒ

Japanese Nitari

Chinese Qiǎn hǎi cháng wěi shā

Spanish Tiburon zorro

French Renard

Portuguese Tubarão-raposo-do-Indico

Russian Лисица морская обыкновенная

Arabic قرش الدراس - قط البحار

Vietnamese Cá Nhàm đuôi dài

Indonesian Cucut pedang

Thai Chalarm hang-daab

Similar Species in Alopias

Big eye thresher shark

Alopias superciliosus

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bigeye thresher?

The scientific name of Bigeye thresher is Alopias pelagicus. It belongs to the genus Alopias.

What is the conservation status of Bigeye thresher?

Bigeye thresher (Alopias pelagicus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Bigeye thresher live?

Bigeye thresher is found in Distributed across Colombia and Taiwan. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Taiwan.

What family does Bigeye thresher belong to?

Bigeye thresher (Alopias pelagicus) belongs to the genus Alopias, which is part of the taxonomic family Alopiidae.

Is Bigeye thresher endangered?

Yes, Bigeye thresher (Alopias pelagicus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Bigeye thresher belong to?

Bigeye thresher (Alopias pelagicus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Bigeye thresher?

The closest relatives of Bigeye thresher in the genus Alopias include Atlantic Thresher, Big eye thresher shark.