Thorny lantern shark
Etmopterus sentosus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 27,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 200-500m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
200-500m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks) |
| Familie | Etmopteridae (Lantern Sharks) |
| Arten | Etmopterus sentosus |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Thorny lantern shark get?
Thorny lantern shark can grow up to 27.0 cm long.
What family does Thorny lantern shark belong to?
Thorny lantern shark (Etmopterus sentosus) belongs to the family Etmopteridae (Lantern Sharks) in the order Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks).
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