Megamouth shark
Megachasma pelagios
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 549,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 5-600m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
5-600m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Lamniformes (Mackerel sharks) |
| Familie | Megachasmidae (Megamouth Sharks) |
| Arten | Megachasma pelagios |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Megamouth shark get?
Megamouth shark can grow up to 549.0 cm long.
Where is Megamouth shark found?
Neritic
What family does Megamouth shark belong to?
Megamouth shark (Megachasma pelagios) belongs to the family Megachasmidae (Megamouth Sharks) in the order Lamniformes (Mackerel sharks).
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