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Sapan köpekbalığı

Alopias superciliosus

Vulnerable
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The Big eye thresher shark (Alopias superciliosus) is a species in the genus Alopias. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in marine environments from coastal waters to deep ocean.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Chile, Colombia, Portugal, Taiwan, and Venezuela. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Hachiware
Chinese 三娘鲨
Spanish Azotador
French Renard
German Großaugen-Fuchshai
Portuguese Cação-raposa-olho-grande
Russian Лисица морская обыкновенная
Arabic Jarjur
Turkish Sapan köpekbalığı
Vietnamese Cá Nhàm đuôi dài mắt to
Indonesian Paitan

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sapan köpekbalığı?
The scientific name of Sapan köpekbalığı is Alopias superciliosus. It belongs to the genus Alopias.
What is the conservation status of Sapan köpekbalığı?
Sapan köpekbalığı (Alopias superciliosus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Sapan köpekbalığı live?
Sapan köpekbalığı is found in Distributed across Chile, Colombia, Portugal, Taiwan, and Venezuela. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Chile, Colombia, Portugal, Taiwan, Venezuela.
What family does Sapan köpekbalığı belong to?
Sapan köpekbalığı (Alopias superciliosus) belongs to the genus Alopias, which is part of the taxonomic family Alopiidae.
Is Sapan köpekbalığı endangered?
Yes, Sapan köpekbalığı (Alopias superciliosus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Sapan köpekbalığı belong to?
Sapan köpekbalığı (Alopias superciliosus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).
What are the closest relatives of Sapan köpekbalığı?
The closest relatives of Sapan köpekbalığı in the genus Alopias include Sapan, Bigeye thresher.

Native Range — 5 Countries

Genus Alopias — 3 Species

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Sapan
Alopias vulpinus
NE
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Sapan köpekbalığı
Alopias superciliosus
VU
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Bigeye thresher
Alopias pelagicus
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