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Slender weasel shark

Paragaleus randalli

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (สัตว์)
Phylum
Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)
Class
Chondrichthyes (ปลากระดูกอ่อน)
Order
Carcharhiniformes (อันดับปลาฉลามครีบดำ)
Family
Hemigaleidae
Genus
Paragaleus
Species
Paragaleus randalli (Slender weasel shark)

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Chalarm Noo
Paragaleus tengi
Endangered
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Atlantic weasel shark
Paragaleus pectoralis
Endangered
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Atlantic weasel shark
Paragaleus leucolomatus
Vulnerable
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Slender weasel shark?
The scientific name of Slender weasel shark is Paragaleus randalli. It belongs to the genus Paragaleus.
What is the conservation status of Slender weasel shark?
Slender weasel shark (Paragaleus randalli) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Slender weasel shark live?
Slender weasel shark is found in Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Taiwan.
What family does Slender weasel shark belong to?
Slender weasel shark (Paragaleus randalli) belongs to the genus Paragaleus, which is part of the taxonomic family Hemigaleidae.
Is Slender weasel shark endangered?
Yes, Slender weasel shark (Paragaleus randalli) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Slender weasel shark belong to?
Slender weasel shark (Paragaleus randalli) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Slender weasel shark?
The closest relatives of Slender weasel shark in the genus Paragaleus include Chalarm Noo, Atlantic weasel shark, Atlantic weasel shark.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Paragaleus — 4 Species

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Chalarm Noo
Paragaleus tengi
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Atlantic weasel shark
Paragaleus pectoralis
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Atlantic weasel shark
Paragaleus leucolomatus
VU
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Slender weasel shark
Paragaleus randalli
VU
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