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Taiwan spurdog

Squalus formosus

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

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

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (สัตว์)
Phylum
Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)
Class
Elasmobranchii
Order
Squaliformes (อันดับปลาฉลามหลังหนาม)
Family
Squalidae
Genus
Squalus
Species
Squalus formosus (Taiwan spurdog)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Hiretaka-tsunozame

Similar Species in Squalus

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Chalarm Maew
Squalus megalops
Least Concern
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Blainvilles dogfish
Squalus mitsukurii
Endangered
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Kermadec spiny dogfish
Squalus raoulensis
Least Concern
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Eastern longnose spurdog
Squalus grahami
Near Threatened
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Cyrano spurdog
Squalus rancureli
Near Threatened
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Indonesian shortsnout spurdog
Squalus hemipinnis
Vulnerable
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Blue Dog
Squalus acanthias
Endangered
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Bighead spurdog
Squalus bucephalus
Data Deficient
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Taiwan spurdog?
The scientific name of Taiwan spurdog is Squalus formosus. It belongs to the genus Squalus.
What is the conservation status of Taiwan spurdog?
Taiwan spurdog (Squalus formosus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Taiwan spurdog live?
Taiwan spurdog is found in Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Taiwan.
What family does Taiwan spurdog belong to?
Taiwan spurdog (Squalus formosus) belongs to the genus Squalus, which is part of the taxonomic family Squalidae.
Is Taiwan spurdog endangered?
Yes, Taiwan spurdog (Squalus formosus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Taiwan spurdog belong to?
Taiwan spurdog (Squalus formosus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Taiwan spurdog?
The closest relatives of Taiwan spurdog in the genus Squalus include Chalarm Maew, Bighead spurdog, Blainvilles dogfish, Blue Dog, Eastern longnose spurdog.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Squalus — 20 Species

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Chalarm Maew
Squalus megalops
LC 🐾
Bighead spurdog
Squalus bucephalus
DD 🐾
Blainvilles dogfish
Squalus mitsukurii
EN 🐾
Blue Dog
Squalus acanthias
EN 🐾
Eastern longnose spurdog
Squalus grahami
NT 🐾
Cyrano spurdog
Squalus rancureli
NT 🐾
Indonesian shortsnout spurdog
Squalus hemipinnis
VU 🐾
Kermadec spiny dogfish
Squalus raoulensis
LC 🐾
Greeneye spurdog
Squalus chloroculus
EN 🐾
Japanese spurdog
Squalus japonicus
EN 🐾
Green-eyed dogfish
Squalus griffini
LC 🐾
Western highfin spurdog
Squalus altipinnis
DD 🐾
Northeastern Brazilian dogfish
Squalus bahiensis
DD 🐾
Shortnose dogfish
Squalus brevirostris
EN 🐾
Western longnose spurdog
Squalus nasutus
NT 🐾
Blacktail spurdog
Squalus melanurus
DD 🐾
Brazilian whitetail dogfish
Squalus albicaudus
DD 🐾
Eastern highfin spurdog
Squalus albifrons
LC 🐾
Atlantic lobefin dogfish
Squalus lobularis
DD 🐾
Seychelles Spurdog
Squalus lalannei
LC
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