Brazilian whitetail dogfish
Squalus albicaudus
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Overview
Brazilian whitetail dogfish (Squalus albicaudus) is a marine fish of the family Squalidae (Dogfish Sharks), in the order Squaliformes. Maximum recorded length is 52 cm. Its recorded depth range is 195–421 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 52,5 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 195-421m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
195-421m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks) |
| Familia | Squalidae (Dogfish Sharks) |
| Especies | Squalus albicaudus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Brazilian whitetail dogfish get?
Brazilian whitetail dogfish can grow up to 52.5 cm long.
What family does Brazilian whitetail dogfish belong to?
Brazilian whitetail dogfish (Squalus albicaudus) belongs to the family Squalidae (Dogfish Sharks) in the order Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks).
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