Shorttail lantern shark
Etmopterus brachyurus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 50,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 100-696m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
100-696m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks) |
| Familia | Etmopteridae (Lantern Sharks) |
| Especies | Etmopterus brachyurus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Shorttail lantern shark get?
Shorttail lantern shark can grow up to 50.0 cm long.
What family does Shorttail lantern shark belong to?
Shorttail lantern shark (Etmopterus brachyurus) belongs to the family Etmopteridae (Lantern Sharks) in the order Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks).
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