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Altıyarıklı canavar

Hexanchus griseus

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The 6-gilled shark (Hexanchus griseus) is a species in the genus Hexanchus. It is not yet evaluated on the IUCN Red List. It is found across Chile, Denmark, Norway, and 2 other countries, inhabiting Native to Asia and Europe and South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia and Europe and South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and South America (Chile, Venezuela).

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Kagurazame
Spanish Albafara
French Arbano
German Grauhai
Portuguese Albafar
Russian акула шестижаберная
Arabic Kalb
Turkish Altıyarıklı canavar
Vietnamese Cá Nhám sáu răng

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Altıyarıklı canavar?
The scientific name of Altıyarıklı canavar is Hexanchus griseus. It belongs to the genus Hexanchus.
Where does Altıyarıklı canavar live?
Altıyarıklı canavar is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and South America (Chile, Venezuela).. Countries include Chile, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, Venezuela.
What family does Altıyarıklı canavar belong to?
Altıyarıklı canavar (Hexanchus griseus) belongs to the genus Hexanchus, which is part of the taxonomic family Hexanchidae.
What kingdom does Altıyarıklı canavar belong to?
Altıyarıklı canavar (Hexanchus griseus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).
What are the closest relatives of Altıyarıklı canavar?
The closest relatives of Altıyarıklı canavar in the genus Hexanchus include Bigeye Sixgill Shark.

Native Range — 7 Countries

Genus Hexanchus — 2 Species

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Altıyarıklı canavar
Hexanchus griseus
NE
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Bigeye Sixgill Shark
Hexanchus nakamurai
NT

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