Pygmy shark
Euprotomicrus bispinatus
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Saltwater
Overview
Pygmy shark (Euprotomicrus bispinatus) is a marine fish of the family Dalatiidae (Kitefin Sharks), in the order Squaliformes. Maximum recorded length is 30 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–1800 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30,5 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-1800m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
0-1800m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks) |
| Familie | Dalatiidae (Kitefin Sharks) |
| Arten | Euprotomicrus bispinatus |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Pygmy shark get?
Pygmy shark can grow up to 30.5 cm long.
What family does Pygmy shark belong to?
Pygmy shark (Euprotomicrus bispinatus) belongs to the family Dalatiidae (Kitefin Sharks) in the order Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks).
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