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Blue-gray carpet shark

Brachaelurus colcloughi

Vulnerable

About

The Blue Gray Carpet Shark (Brachaelurus colcloughi) is a species in the genus Brachaelurus. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Elasmobranchii

Order

Orectolobiformes (อันดับปลาฉลามกบ)

Species

Brachaelurus colcloughi (Blue-gray carpet shark)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Tiburón ciego gris

French Requin aveugle gris-bleu

Arabic Hidi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blue-gray carpet shark?

The scientific name of Blue-gray carpet shark is Brachaelurus colcloughi. It belongs to the genus Brachaelurus.

What is the conservation status of Blue-gray carpet shark?

Blue-gray carpet shark (Brachaelurus colcloughi) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Blue-gray carpet shark belong to?

Blue-gray carpet shark (Brachaelurus colcloughi) belongs to the genus Brachaelurus, which is part of the taxonomic family Brachaeluridae.

Is Blue-gray carpet shark endangered?

Yes, Blue-gray carpet shark (Brachaelurus colcloughi) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Blue-gray carpet shark belong to?

Blue-gray carpet shark (Brachaelurus colcloughi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Blue-gray carpet shark?

The closest relatives of Blue-gray carpet shark in the genus Brachaelurus include Blind shark.