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White-tip Catshark

Parmaturus albimarginatus

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

French holbiche à pointes blanches

Similar Species in Parmaturus

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Beige catshark
Parmaturus bigus
Data Deficient
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Blackgill cat shark
Parmaturus melanobranchus
Least Concern
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Campeche cat shark
Parmaturus campechiensis
Least Concern
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Filetail cat shark
Parmaturus xaniurus
Least Concern
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McMillan's cat shark
Parmaturus macmillani
Data Deficient
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Salamander shark
Parmaturus pilosus
Least Concern
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Velvet catshark
Parmaturus lanatus
Least Concern
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White-clasper catshark
Parmaturus albipenis
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of White-tip Catshark?
The scientific name of White-tip Catshark is Parmaturus albimarginatus. It belongs to the genus Parmaturus.
What is the conservation status of White-tip Catshark?
White-tip Catshark (Parmaturus albimarginatus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
What family does White-tip Catshark belong to?
White-tip Catshark (Parmaturus albimarginatus) belongs to the genus Parmaturus, which is part of the taxonomic family Scyliorhinidae.
Is White-tip Catshark endangered?
No, White-tip Catshark (Parmaturus albimarginatus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does White-tip Catshark belong to?
White-tip Catshark (Parmaturus albimarginatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of White-tip Catshark?
The closest relatives of White-tip Catshark in the genus Parmaturus include Beige catshark, Blackgill cat shark, Campeche cat shark, Filetail cat shark, McMillan's cat shark.

Genus Parmaturus — 9 Species

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Beige catshark
Parmaturus bigus
DD 🐾
Blackgill cat shark
Parmaturus melanobranchus
LC 🐾
Campeche cat shark
Parmaturus campechiensis
LC 🐾
Filetail cat shark
Parmaturus xaniurus
LC 🐾
McMillan's cat shark
Parmaturus macmillani
DD 🐾
Salamander shark
Parmaturus pilosus
LC 🐾
Velvet catshark
Parmaturus lanatus
LC 🐾
White-clasper catshark
Parmaturus albipenis
LC
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White-tip Catshark
Parmaturus albimarginatus
LC
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