Lamna nasus

Lamna nasus · ACCEPTED

Taxonomic Classification

Class	Elasmobranchii
Order	Lamniformes
Family	Lamnidae
Genus	Lamna
Species	nasus
Taxonomic Status	ACCEPTED
GBIF Taxon Key	5216239

Marine & Conservation Data (OBIS)

Observation Count	6,130
Habitat	Marine
IUCN Status	VUVulnerable
Kingdom	Animalia
Phylum	Chordata

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the taxonomic classification of Lamna nasus?

Lamna nasus belongs to the family Lamnidae, order Lamniformes, class Elasmobranchii. The genus is Lamna and the species epithet is nasus. Its taxonomic status is accepted according to GBIF Backbone Taxonomy.

What family does Lamna nasus belong to?

Lamna nasus is a member of the family Lamnidae, which falls under the order Lamniformes. The family Lamnidae contains many other fish species. You can explore all species in this family on our family detail page.

Is Lamna nasus a marine or freshwater species?

Based on OBIS data, Lamna nasus is classified as a marine (saltwater) species. It has been observed 6,130 times in ocean biodiversity surveys.

What is the conservation status of Lamna nasus?

According to IUCN Red List data via OBIS, Lamna nasus is classified as Vulnerable (VU). This assessment reflects the species' population trends and threats in its natural habitat. Visit our endangered species page for more conservation information.

Where does FishSpecPeek get data about Lamna nasus?

All taxonomic data for Lamna nasus comes from the GBIF Backbone Taxonomy, the world's most comprehensive biodiversity database. Marine observation data is sourced from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System). FishSpecPeek aggregates and presents this data for easy exploration.

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