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Bigeye sand shark

Odontaspis noronhai

Least Concern

About

The Bigeye sand shark (Odontaspis noronhai) is a species in the genus Odontaspis. 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.

Found in Norway.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Chondrichthyes (ปลากระดูกอ่อน)

Order

Lamniformes (อันดับปลาฉลามขาว)

Species

Odontaspis noronhai (Bigeye sand shark)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Solrayo ojigrande

French Requin noronhai

German Großaugen-Sandtigerhai

Portuguese Mangona

Arabic قِرش ثَور كبير العينين

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bigeye sand shark?

The scientific name of Bigeye sand shark is Odontaspis noronhai. It belongs to the genus Odontaspis.

What is the conservation status of Bigeye sand shark?

Bigeye sand shark (Odontaspis noronhai) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Bigeye sand shark live?

Bigeye sand shark is found in Found in Norway.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Bigeye sand shark belong to?

Bigeye sand shark (Odontaspis noronhai) belongs to the genus Odontaspis, which is part of the taxonomic family Odontaspididae.

Is Bigeye sand shark endangered?

No, Bigeye sand shark (Odontaspis noronhai) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Bigeye sand shark belong to?

Bigeye sand shark (Odontaspis noronhai) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Bigeye sand shark?

The closest relatives of Bigeye sand shark in the genus Odontaspis include Bigeye sandtiger.