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False Pygmy Shark

Etmopterus pseudosqualiolus

Least Concern

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Similar Species in Etmopterus

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Blackbelly lanternshark
Etmopterus molleri
Data Deficient
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Blackbelly lanternshark
Etmopterus sculptus
Least Concern
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Blackmouth lanternshark
Etmopterus evansi
Least Concern
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Black shark
Etmopterus granulosus
Least Concern
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Broadbanded lanternshark
Etmopterus compagnoi
Least Concern
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Broadnose Lanternshark
Etmopterus burgessi
Least Concern
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Brown lantern shark
Etmopterus unicolor
Data Deficient
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Blackbelly lantern shark
Etmopterus lucifer
Least Concern
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Etmopteridae
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of False Pygmy Shark?
The scientific name of False Pygmy Shark is Etmopterus pseudosqualiolus. It belongs to the genus Etmopterus.
What is the conservation status of False Pygmy Shark?
False Pygmy Shark (Etmopterus pseudosqualiolus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
What family does False Pygmy Shark belong to?
False Pygmy Shark (Etmopterus pseudosqualiolus) belongs to the genus Etmopterus, which is part of the taxonomic family Etmopteridae.
Is False Pygmy Shark endangered?
No, False Pygmy Shark (Etmopterus pseudosqualiolus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does False Pygmy Shark belong to?
False Pygmy Shark (Etmopterus pseudosqualiolus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of False Pygmy Shark?
The closest relatives of False Pygmy Shark in the genus Etmopterus include Blackbelly lantern shark, Blackbelly lanternshark, Blackbelly lanternshark, Blackmouth lanternshark, Black shark.

Genus Etmopterus — 20 Species

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Blackbelly lantern shark
Etmopterus lucifer
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Blackbelly lanternshark
Etmopterus molleri
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Blackbelly lanternshark
Etmopterus sculptus
LC 🐾
Blackmouth lanternshark
Etmopterus evansi
LC 🐾
Black shark
Etmopterus granulosus
LC 🐾
Broadbanded lanternshark
Etmopterus compagnoi
LC 🐾
Broadnose Lanternshark
Etmopterus burgessi
LC 🐾
Brown lantern shark
Etmopterus unicolor
DD 🐾
Combtooth lantern shark
Etmopterus decacuspidatus
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African lantern shark
Etmopterus polli
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Pink lanternshark
Etmopterus dianthus
LC 🐾
Green lantern shark
Etmopterus virens
LC 🐾
Great lantern shark
Etmopterus princeps
LC 🐾
Lined lanternshark
Etmopterus dislineatus
LC 🐾
Hawaiian lantern shark
Etmopterus villosus
LC 🐾
Lined lantern shark
Etmopterus bullisi
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Broadband dogfish
Etmopterus gracilispinis
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Pygmy lanternshark
Etmopterus fusus
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Short-tail lantern shark
Etmopterus brachyurus
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Blackbelly Dogfish
Etmopterus hillianus
LC
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