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Japanese roughshark

Oxynotus japonicus

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
54.0 cm
Depth Range
150-300m
Family

Overview

Japanese roughshark (Oxynotus japonicus) is a marine fish of the family Oxynotidae, in the order Squaliformes. Maximum recorded length is 54 cm. Its recorded depth range is 150–300 m.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 54.0 cm
Depth Range 150-300m

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
150-300m

Taxonomy

Order Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks)
Family Oxynotidae
Species Oxynotus japonicus

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Japanese roughshark get?
Japanese roughshark can grow up to 54.0 cm long.
What family does Japanese roughshark belong to?
Japanese roughshark (Oxynotus japonicus) belongs to the family Oxynotidae in the order Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks).

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