Eastern Pacific black ghostshark
Hydrolagus melanophasma
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Saltwater
Overview
Eastern Pacific black ghostshark (Hydrolagus melanophasma) is a marine fish of the family Chimaeridae, in the order Chimaeriformes. Maximum recorded length is 120 cm. Its recorded depth range is 2–1720 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 120,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 2-1720m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
2-1720m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Chimaeriformes |
| Famille | Chimaeridae |
| Espèces | Hydrolagus melanophasma |
Foire aux questions
How big does Eastern Pacific black ghostshark get?
Eastern Pacific black ghostshark can grow up to 120.0 cm long.
What family does Eastern Pacific black ghostshark belong to?
Eastern Pacific black ghostshark (Hydrolagus melanophasma) belongs to the family Chimaeridae in the order Chimaeriformes.
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