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Rasptooth dogfish

Etmopterus sheikoi

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
43.20000076293945 cm
Depth Range
300-500m
Family

Overview

Rasptooth dogfish (Etmopterus sheikoi) is a marine fish of the family Etmopteridae (Lantern Sharks), in the order Squaliformes. Maximum recorded length is 43 cm. Its recorded depth range is 300–500 m.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 43.20000076293945 cm
Depth Range 300-500m

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
300-500m

Taxonomy

Order Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks)
Family Etmopteridae (Lantern Sharks)
Species Etmopterus sheikoi

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Rasptooth dogfish get?
Rasptooth dogfish can grow up to 43.20000076293945 cm long.
What family does Rasptooth dogfish belong to?
Rasptooth dogfish (Etmopterus sheikoi) belongs to the family Etmopteridae (Lantern Sharks) in the order Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks).

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