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Bramble shark

Echinorhinus brucus

Endangered

About

The Bramble shark (Echinorhinus brucus) is a species in the genus Echinorhinus. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Norway and Portugal. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Elasmobranchii

Order

Squaliformes (อันดับปลาฉลามหลังหนาม)

Species

Echinorhinus brucus (Bramble shark)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Kikuzame

Spanish Pex tachuela

French Chenille

German Alligatorhai

Portuguese Peixe-prego

Arabic Kalb

Turkish Civili köpek baligi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bramble shark?

The scientific name of Bramble shark is Echinorhinus brucus. It belongs to the genus Echinorhinus.

What is the conservation status of Bramble shark?

Bramble shark (Echinorhinus brucus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Bramble shark live?

Bramble shark is found in Distributed across Norway and Portugal. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway, Portugal.

What family does Bramble shark belong to?

Bramble shark (Echinorhinus brucus) belongs to the genus Echinorhinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Echinorhinidae.

Is Bramble shark endangered?

Yes, Bramble shark (Echinorhinus brucus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Bramble shark belong to?

Bramble shark (Echinorhinus brucus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Bramble shark?

The closest relatives of Bramble shark in the genus Echinorhinus include Cooks bramble shark.