Illustration representing Rhinopristiformes (Rhinopristiformes)
Order

Rhinopristiformes

Rhinopristiformes

52 species in this taxon

order of rays Rhinopristiformes (Rhinopristiformes) is an order comprising closely related families of organisms. It contains 4 families with 52 known species. This includes the family groups Glaucostegidae, Pristidae, Rhinidae, and Rhinobatidae. Among its members, 38 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Elasmobranchii (Elasmobranchii).

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