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Shorttail lantern shark

Etmopterus brachyurus

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
50.0 cm
Depth Range
100-696m
Family

Overview

Shorttail lantern shark (Etmopterus brachyurus) is a marine fish of the family Etmopteridae (Lantern Sharks), in the order Squaliformes. Maximum recorded length is 50 cm. Its recorded depth range is 100–696 m.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 50.0 cm
Depth Range 100-696m

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
100-696m

Taxonomy

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Shorttail lantern shark get?
Shorttail lantern shark can grow up to 50.0 cm long.
What family does Shorttail lantern shark belong to?
Shorttail lantern shark (Etmopterus brachyurus) belongs to the family Etmopteridae (Lantern Sharks) in the order Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks).

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