Blind shark

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The Blind shark (Hemiscyllium ocellatum) is a species in the genus Hemiscyllium. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hayvan)

Phylum

Chordata (Kordalılar)

Class

Elasmobranchii

Order

Orectolobiformes (Orectolobiformes)

Family

Hemiscylliidae

Genus

Hemiscyllium

Species

Hemiscyllium ocellatum (Blind shark)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Bamboa ocellada

French Requin-chabot ocellé

Arabic قِرش-قُدذ عَيْنِي

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Bamboo shark

Hemiscyllium halmahera

Near Threatened

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Papuan epaulette shark

Hemiscyllium hallstromi

Vulnerable

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Leopard Epaulette shark

Hemiscyllium michaeli

Vulnerable

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Marbled catshark

Hemiscyllium trispeculare

Least Concern

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Hooded carpet shark

Hemiscyllium strahani

Vulnerable

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Freycinet's shark

Hemiscyllium freycineti

Near Threatened

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Cenderwasih Epaulette shark

Hemiscyllium galei

Vulnerable

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Triton Epaulette shark

Hemiscyllium henryi

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blind shark?

The scientific name of Blind shark is Hemiscyllium ocellatum. It belongs to the genus Hemiscyllium.

What is the conservation status of Blind shark?

Blind shark (Hemiscyllium ocellatum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Blind shark belong to?

Blind shark (Hemiscyllium ocellatum) belongs to the genus Hemiscyllium, which is part of the taxonomic family Hemiscylliidae.

Is Blind shark endangered?

No, Blind shark (Hemiscyllium ocellatum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Blind shark belong to?

Blind shark (Hemiscyllium ocellatum) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

What are the closest relatives of Blind shark?

The closest relatives of Blind shark in the genus Hemiscyllium include Bamboo shark, Papuan epaulette shark, Leopard Epaulette shark, Marbled catshark, Hooded carpet shark.