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Broadfin shark

Negaprion acutidens

Endangered

About

The Broadfin shark (Negaprion acutidens) is a species in the genus Negaprion. 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.

Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Chondrichthyes (ปลากระดูกอ่อน)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (อันดับปลาฉลามครีบดำ)

Species

Negaprion acutidens (Broadfin shark)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Remonzame

Spanish Tiburón aletón

French Requin citron

German Zitronenhai

Portuguese Cação-pardo

Arabic Gursh

Vietnamese Cá Nhám nghệ

Similar Species in Negaprion

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Lemon shark

Negaprion brevirostris

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Broadfin shark?

The scientific name of Broadfin shark is Negaprion acutidens. It belongs to the genus Negaprion.

What is the conservation status of Broadfin shark?

Broadfin shark (Negaprion acutidens) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Broadfin shark live?

Broadfin shark is found in Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Taiwan.

What family does Broadfin shark belong to?

Broadfin shark (Negaprion acutidens) belongs to the genus Negaprion, which is part of the taxonomic family Carcharhinidae.

Is Broadfin shark endangered?

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

What kingdom does Broadfin shark belong to?

Broadfin shark (Negaprion acutidens) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Broadfin shark?

The closest relatives of Broadfin shark in the genus Negaprion include Lemon shark.