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Bonnet hammerhead

Sphyrna tiburo

Endangered

About

The Bonnet hammerhead (Sphyrna tiburo) is a species in the genus Sphyrna. It is currently classified as Endangered 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

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Chondrichthyes (ปลากระดูกอ่อน)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (อันดับปลาฉลามครีบดำ)

Family

Sphyrnidae (Hammerhead Sharks)

Genus

Sphyrna (Hammerhead Sharks)

Species

Sphyrna tiburo (Bonnet hammerhead)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Uchiwa-shumokuzame

Spanish Cabeza de pala

French Requin marteau tiburo

Portuguese Cambeva-pata

Similar Species in Sphyrna

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Chalarm Hua-kong

Sphyrna lewini

Critically Endangered

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Chalrm Hua-kon-yai

Sphyrna mokarran

Critically Endangered

Critically Endangered

Critically Endangered

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Bonnet

Sphyrna tudes

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bonnet hammerhead?

The scientific name of Bonnet hammerhead is Sphyrna tiburo. It belongs to the genus Sphyrna.

What is the conservation status of Bonnet hammerhead?

Bonnet hammerhead (Sphyrna tiburo) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Bonnet hammerhead belong to?

Bonnet hammerhead (Sphyrna tiburo) belongs to the genus Sphyrna, which is part of the taxonomic family Sphyrnidae.

Is Bonnet hammerhead endangered?

Yes, Bonnet hammerhead (Sphyrna tiburo) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Bonnet hammerhead belong to?

Bonnet hammerhead (Sphyrna tiburo) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Bonnet hammerhead?

The closest relatives of Bonnet hammerhead in the genus Sphyrna include Chalarm Hua-kong, Chalrm Hua-kon-yai, Carolina hammerhead, Scoophead, Bonnet.