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Australian sharpnose shark

Rhizoprionodon taylori

Least Concern

About

The Australian sharpnose shark (Rhizoprionodon taylori) is a species in the genus Rhizoprionodon. It is currently classified as Least Concern 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

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Chondrichthyes (ปลากระดูกอ่อน)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (อันดับปลาฉลามครีบดำ)

Species

Rhizoprionodon taylori (Australian sharpnose shark)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Cazón espadachín

French Requin aiguille gris

Arabic قِرش صنّارة أسترالي

Indonesian Hiu pilus

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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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Atlantic Sharpnose Shark

Rhizoprionodon terraenovae

Least Concern

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Atlantic sharpnose shark

Rhizoprionodon porosus

Vulnerable

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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 Australian sharpnose shark?

The scientific name of Australian sharpnose shark is Rhizoprionodon taylori. It belongs to the genus Rhizoprionodon.

What is the conservation status of Australian sharpnose shark?

Australian sharpnose shark (Rhizoprionodon taylori) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Australian sharpnose shark belong to?

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

Is Australian sharpnose shark endangered?

No, Australian sharpnose shark (Rhizoprionodon taylori) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Australian sharpnose shark belong to?

Australian sharpnose shark (Rhizoprionodon taylori) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Australian sharpnose shark?

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