Japanese roughshark
Oxynotus japonicus
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Overview
Japanese roughshark (Oxynotus japonicus) is a marine fish of the family Oxynotidae, in the order Squaliformes. Maximum recorded length is 54 cm. Its recorded depth range is 150–300 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 54,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 150-300m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
150-300m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks) |
| Familia | Oxynotidae |
| Especies | Oxynotus japonicus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Japanese roughshark get?
Japanese roughshark can grow up to 54.0 cm long.
What family does Japanese roughshark belong to?
Japanese roughshark (Oxynotus japonicus) belongs to the family Oxynotidae in the order Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks).
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