African lantern shark
Etmopterus polli
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The African lantern shark (Etmopterus polli) is a small deep-sea saltwater shark reaching about 30 cm. It is bioluminescent, producing light from photophores along its body, and inhabits deep Atlantic waters off Africa.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 300-1000m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
300-1000m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks) |
| Familie | Etmopteridae (Lantern Sharks) |
| Arten | Etmopterus polli |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does African lantern shark get?
African lantern shark can grow up to 30.0 cm long.
What family does African lantern shark belong to?
African lantern shark (Etmopterus polli) belongs to the family Etmopteridae (Lantern Sharks) in the order Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks).
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