Ganges shark

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in marine environments from coastal waters to deep ocean.

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Chondrichthyes (ปลากระดูกอ่อน)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (อันดับปลาฉลามครีบดำ)

Family

Carcharhinidae

Genus

Glyphis

Species

Glyphis gangeticus (Ganges shark)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Tiburón del Ganges

French Requin du Ganges

Arabic قِرش الكانج

Hindi Magar sora

Vietnamese Cá mập sông Giăng

Similar Species in Glyphis

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Speartooth shark

Glyphis glyphis

Vulnerable

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Glyphis cicatricosa

Not Evaluated

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Northern river shark

Glyphis garricki

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ganges shark?

The scientific name of Ganges shark is Glyphis gangeticus. It belongs to the genus Glyphis.

What is the conservation status of Ganges shark?

Ganges shark (Glyphis gangeticus) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Ganges shark belong to?

Ganges shark (Glyphis gangeticus) belongs to the genus Glyphis, which is part of the taxonomic family Carcharhinidae.

Is Ganges shark endangered?

Yes, Ganges shark (Glyphis gangeticus) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Ganges shark belong to?

Ganges shark (Glyphis gangeticus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Ganges shark?

The closest relatives of Ganges shark in the genus Glyphis include Speartooth shark, , Northern river shark.