Japanese velvet dogfish
Scymnodon ichiharai
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Not Evaluated
Saltwater
Depth Range
500-800m
Family
Overview
Japanese velvet dogfish (Scymnodon ichiharai) is a marine fish of the family Somniosidae (Sleeper Sharks), in the order Squaliformes. Its recorded depth range is 500–800 m.
Habitat & Distribution
Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
500-800m
Taxonomy
| Order | Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks) |
| Family | Somniosidae (Sleeper Sharks) |
| Species | Scymnodon ichiharai |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does Japanese velvet dogfish belong to?
Japanese velvet dogfish (Scymnodon ichiharai) belongs to the family Somniosidae (Sleeper Sharks) in the order Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks).
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