Pacific sharpnose shark
Rhizoprionodon longurio
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Saltwater
Overview
Pacific sharpnose shark (Rhizoprionodon longurio) is a marine fish of the family Carcharhinidae (Requiem Sharks), in the order Carcharhiniformes. Maximum recorded length is 110 cm. It has been recorded to depths of 100 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 110,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | ?-100m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
?-100m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks) |
| Familie | Carcharhinidae (Requiem Sharks) |
| Arten | Rhizoprionodon longurio |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Pacific sharpnose shark get?
Pacific sharpnose shark can grow up to 110.0 cm long.
What family does Pacific sharpnose shark belong to?
Pacific sharpnose shark (Rhizoprionodon longurio) belongs to the family Carcharhinidae (Requiem Sharks) in the order Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks).
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