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Atlantic sharpnose shark

Rhizoprionodon porosus

Vulnerable

About

The Atlantic sharpnose shark (Rhizoprionodon porosus) is a species in the genus Rhizoprionodon. It is currently classified as Vulnerable 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.

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Chondrichthyes (ปลากระดูกอ่อน)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (อันดับปลาฉลามครีบดำ)

Species

Rhizoprionodon porosus (Atlantic sharpnose shark)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Cazon picudo

French Requin aiguille antillais

Portuguese Cação

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Chalarm Paag-laem

Rhizoprionodon oligolinx

Near Threatened

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Chalarm Paag-laem

Rhizoprionodon acutus

Vulnerable

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Australian sharpnose shark

Rhizoprionodon taylori

Least Concern

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Atlantic Sharpnose Shark

Rhizoprionodon terraenovae

Least Concern

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Pacific sharp-nosed shark

Rhizoprionodon longurio

Vulnerable

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Brazilian sharpnose shark

Rhizoprionodon lalandii

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Atlantic sharpnose shark?

The scientific name of Atlantic sharpnose shark is Rhizoprionodon porosus. It belongs to the genus Rhizoprionodon.

What is the conservation status of Atlantic sharpnose shark?

Atlantic sharpnose shark (Rhizoprionodon porosus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Atlantic sharpnose shark belong to?

Atlantic sharpnose shark (Rhizoprionodon porosus) belongs to the genus Rhizoprionodon, which is part of the taxonomic family Carcharhinidae.

Is Atlantic sharpnose shark endangered?

Yes, Atlantic sharpnose shark (Rhizoprionodon porosus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Atlantic sharpnose shark belong to?

Atlantic sharpnose shark (Rhizoprionodon porosus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Atlantic sharpnose shark?

The closest relatives of Atlantic sharpnose shark in the genus Rhizoprionodon include Chalarm Paag-laem, Chalarm Paag-laem, Atlantic Sharpnose Shark, Pacific sharp-nosed shark, Brazilian sharpnose shark.