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Carpet shark

Ginglymostoma cirratum

Vulnerable

About

The Carpet Shark (Ginglymostoma cirratum) is a species in the genus Ginglymostoma. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Native to South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

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

🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Elasmobranchii

Order

Orectolobiformes (อันดับปลาฉลามกบ)

Species

Ginglymostoma cirratum (Carpet shark)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Amerika-tenjikuzame

Spanish Bañay

French Requin dormeur

German Ammenhai

Portuguese Barroso

Russian акула усатая

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Carpet shark?

The scientific name of Carpet shark is Ginglymostoma cirratum. It belongs to the genus Ginglymostoma.

What is the conservation status of Carpet shark?

Carpet shark (Ginglymostoma cirratum) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Carpet shark live?

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

What family does Carpet shark belong to?

Carpet shark (Ginglymostoma cirratum) belongs to the genus Ginglymostoma, which is part of the taxonomic family Ginglymostomatidae.

Is Carpet shark endangered?

Yes, Carpet shark (Ginglymostoma cirratum) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Carpet shark belong to?

Carpet shark (Ginglymostoma cirratum) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Carpet shark?

The closest relatives of Carpet shark in the genus Ginglymostoma include Nurse shark.