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Taiwan saddled carpet shark

Cirrhoscyllium formosanum

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

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
Elasmobranchii
Order
Orectolobiformes (อันดับปลาฉลามกบ)
Family
Parascylliidae
Genus
Cirrhoscyllium
Species
Cirrhoscyllium formosanum (Taiwan saddled carpet shark)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Alfombrera de Taiwan
French Requin carpette chin
Arabic قِرش بِساط أَسرج طايوان

Similar Species in Cirrhoscyllium

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Barbelthroat carpet shark
Cirrhoscyllium expolitum
Data Deficient
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Saddle carpetshark
Cirrhoscyllium japonicum
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Taiwan saddled carpet shark?
The scientific name of Taiwan saddled carpet shark is Cirrhoscyllium formosanum. It belongs to the genus Cirrhoscyllium.
What is the conservation status of Taiwan saddled carpet shark?
Taiwan saddled carpet shark (Cirrhoscyllium formosanum) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Taiwan saddled carpet shark live?
Taiwan saddled carpet 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 Taiwan saddled carpet shark belong to?
Taiwan saddled carpet shark (Cirrhoscyllium formosanum) belongs to the genus Cirrhoscyllium, which is part of the taxonomic family Parascylliidae.
Is Taiwan saddled carpet shark endangered?
Yes, Taiwan saddled carpet shark (Cirrhoscyllium formosanum) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Taiwan saddled carpet shark belong to?
Taiwan saddled carpet shark (Cirrhoscyllium formosanum) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Taiwan saddled carpet shark?
The closest relatives of Taiwan saddled carpet shark in the genus Cirrhoscyllium include Barbelthroat carpet shark, Saddle carpetshark.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Cirrhoscyllium — 3 Species

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Barbelthroat carpet shark
Cirrhoscyllium expolitum
DD 🐾
Saddle carpetshark
Cirrhoscyllium japonicum
LC
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Taiwan saddled carpet shark
Cirrhoscyllium formosanum
VU
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