African gulper shark
Centrophorus lesliei
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African gulper shark (Centrophorus lesliei) is a marine fish of the family Centrophoridae, in the order Squaliformes. Maximum recorded length is 76 cm. Its recorded depth range is 370–610 m.
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The African gulper shark (Centrophorus lesliei) is a saltwater deep-sea shark reaching up to 76.5 cm. It inhabits deeper continental shelf and slope waters off Africa and belongs to the family Centrophoridae.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 76.5 cm |
| Depth Range | 370-610m |
Habitat & Distribution
Taxonomy
| Order | Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks) |
| Family | Centrophoridae |
| Species | Centrophorus lesliei |
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