Pygmy lanternshark
Etmopterus fusus
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Overview
Pygmy lanternshark (Etmopterus fusus) is a marine fish of the family Etmopteridae (Lantern Sharks), in the order Squaliformes. Maximum recorded length is 26 cm. Its recorded depth range is 430–550 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 25,799999237060547 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 430-550m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
430-550m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks) |
| Familia | Etmopteridae (Lantern Sharks) |
| Especies | Etmopterus fusus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Pygmy lanternshark get?
Pygmy lanternshark can grow up to 25.799999237060547 cm long.
What family does Pygmy lanternshark belong to?
Pygmy lanternshark (Etmopterus fusus) belongs to the family Etmopteridae (Lantern Sharks) in the order Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks).
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