Caribbean roughshark
Oxynotus caribbaeus
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Saltwater
Overview
Caribbean roughshark (Oxynotus caribbaeus) is a marine fish of the family Oxynotidae, in the order Squaliformes. Maximum recorded length is 49 cm. Its recorded depth range is 402–457 m. Recorded habitats include neritic.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 49,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 402-457m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
402-457m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks) |
| Familie | Oxynotidae |
| Arten | Oxynotus caribbaeus |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Caribbean roughshark get?
Caribbean roughshark can grow up to 49.0 cm long.
Where is Caribbean roughshark found?
Neritic
What family does Caribbean roughshark belong to?
Caribbean roughshark (Oxynotus caribbaeus) belongs to the family Oxynotidae in the order Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks).
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