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Gulper Shark

Centrophorus granulosus

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇵🇹 Portugal 🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Squaliformes (Squaliformes)

Species

Centrophorus granulosus (Gulper Shark)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Tarôzame

Spanish Galludito

French Aiguillat gros yeux

German Gbowlé

Portuguese Barroso

Arabic Kalb

Turkish Köpek balığı

Indonesian Hiu Botol

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Arrowspine dogfish

Centrophorus moluccensis

Vulnerable

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Blackfin gulper shark

Centrophorus atromarginatus

Critically Endangered

Deepsea spiny dogfish

Centrophorus squamosus

Endangered

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Dogfish endeavor

Centrophorus harrissoni

Endangered

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Dumb gulper shark

Centrophorus westraliensis

Centrophorus lusitanicus

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Gulper Shark?

The scientific name of Gulper Shark is Centrophorus granulosus. It belongs to the genus Centrophorus.

What is the conservation status of Gulper Shark?

Gulper Shark (Centrophorus granulosus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Gulper Shark live?

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

What family does Gulper Shark belong to?

Gulper Shark (Centrophorus granulosus) belongs to the genus Centrophorus, which is part of the taxonomic family Centrophoridae.

Is Gulper Shark endangered?

Yes, Gulper Shark (Centrophorus granulosus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Gulper Shark belong to?

Gulper Shark (Centrophorus granulosus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Gulper Shark?

The closest relatives of Gulper Shark in the genus Centrophorus include Arrowspine dogfish, Blackfin gulper shark, Black gulper shark, Deepsea spiny dogfish, Dogfish endeavor.