Sharpfin houndshark

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Chondrichthyes (ปลากระดูกอ่อน)

Order

Carcharhiniformes (อันดับปลาฉลามครีบดำ)

Family

Triakidae

Genus

Triakis

Species

Triakis acutipinna (Sharpfin houndshark)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Tollo

French Virli équatorien

Arabic قِرش كلب ذو أجنِحة حادَّة

Similar Species in Triakis

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Blackspotted smooth-hound

Triakis megalopterus

Least Concern

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Leopard shark

Triakis semifasciata

Least Concern

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Banded houndshark

Triakis scyllium

Endangered

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Smooth hound

Triakis maculata

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sharpfin houndshark?

The scientific name of Sharpfin houndshark is Triakis acutipinna. It belongs to the genus Triakis.

What is the conservation status of Sharpfin houndshark?

Sharpfin houndshark (Triakis acutipinna) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Sharpfin houndshark belong to?

Sharpfin houndshark (Triakis acutipinna) belongs to the genus Triakis, which is part of the taxonomic family Triakidae.

Is Sharpfin houndshark endangered?

Yes, Sharpfin houndshark (Triakis acutipinna) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Sharpfin houndshark belong to?

Sharpfin houndshark (Triakis acutipinna) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Sharpfin houndshark?

The closest relatives of Sharpfin houndshark in the genus Triakis include Blackspotted smooth-hound, Leopard shark, Banded houndshark, Smooth hound.