Birdbeak dogfish
Deania calceus
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Saltwater
Overview
Birdbeak dogfish (Deania calceus) is a marine fish of the family Centrophoridae, in the order Squaliformes. Maximum recorded length is 127 cm, with a maximum published weight of 8.7 kg. Its recorded depth range is 60–1490 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 127,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 8,7 kg |
| Plage de profondeur | 60-1490m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
60-1490m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks) |
| Famille | Centrophoridae |
| Espèces | Deania calceus |
Foire aux questions
How big does Birdbeak dogfish get?
Birdbeak dogfish can grow up to 127.0 cm long and weigh 8.7 kg.
What family does Birdbeak dogfish belong to?
Birdbeak dogfish (Deania calceus) belongs to the family Centrophoridae in the order Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks).
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