6-gilled shark
Hexanchus griseus
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<fishfyi-fish slug="6-gilled-shark"></fishfyi-fish>Overview
6-gilled shark (Hexanchus griseus) is a marine fish of the family Hexanchidae, in the order Hexanchiformes. Maximum recorded length is 600 cm, with a maximum published weight of 590 kg. Its recorded depth range is 1–2500 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, coral reefs.
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Hexanchus griseus, the bluntnose sixgill shark, is a large saltwater shark reaching up to 600 cm and weighing up to 590 kg. It inhabits deep ocean waters worldwide and is one of the largest predatory sharks, feeding on a wide variety of prey.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 600.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 590.0 kg |
| Depth Range | 1-2500m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, coral reefs
Fishing Information
Taxonomy
| Order | Hexanchiformes |
| Family | Hexanchidae |
| Species | Hexanchus griseus |
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