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Atlantic knife-nose chimaera

Rhinochimaera atlantica

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
140.0 cm
Depth Range
200-1500m

Overview

Atlantic knife-nose chimaera (Rhinochimaera atlantica) is a marine fish of the family Rhinochimaeridae, in the order Chimaeriformes. Maximum recorded length is 140 cm. Its recorded depth range is 200–1500 m. Recorded habitats include pelagic.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 140.0 cm
Depth Range 200-1500m

Habitat & Distribution

Pelagic

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
200-1500m

Taxonomy

Order Chimaeriformes
Family Rhinochimaeridae
Species Rhinochimaera atlantica

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Atlantic knife-nose chimaera get?
Atlantic knife-nose chimaera can grow up to 140.0 cm long.
Where is Atlantic knife-nose chimaera found?
Pelagic
What family does Atlantic knife-nose chimaera belong to?
Atlantic knife-nose chimaera (Rhinochimaera atlantica) belongs to the family Rhinochimaeridae in the order Chimaeriformes.

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