Paddlenose chimaera

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Taiwan.

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Holocephali (Holocephali)

Order

Chimaeriformes (ปลาคิเมียรา)

Family

Rhinochimaeridae

Genus

Rhinochimaera

Species

Rhinochimaera africana (Paddlenose chimaera)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Kuro-tengu-ginzame

Similar Species in Rhinochimaera

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Atlantic knife-nose chimaera

Rhinochimaera atlantica

Least Concern

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Deep-sea Pacific knife-nose chimaera

Rhinochimaera pacifica

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Paddlenose chimaera?

The scientific name of Paddlenose chimaera is Rhinochimaera africana. It belongs to the genus Rhinochimaera.

What is the conservation status of Paddlenose chimaera?

Paddlenose chimaera (Rhinochimaera africana) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Paddlenose chimaera live?

Paddlenose chimaera is found in Found in Taiwan.. Countries include Taiwan.

What family does Paddlenose chimaera belong to?

Paddlenose chimaera (Rhinochimaera africana) belongs to the genus Rhinochimaera, which is part of the taxonomic family Rhinochimaeridae.

What kingdom does Paddlenose chimaera belong to?

Paddlenose chimaera (Rhinochimaera africana) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Paddlenose chimaera?

The closest relatives of Paddlenose chimaera in the genus Rhinochimaera include Atlantic knife-nose chimaera, Deep-sea Pacific knife-nose chimaera.