Taillight shark
Euprotomicroides zantedeschia
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Saltwater
Overview
Taillight shark (Euprotomicroides zantedeschia) is a marine fish of the family Dalatiidae (Kitefin Sharks), in the order Squaliformes. Maximum recorded length is 42 cm. It has been recorded to depths of 205 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 42,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | ?-205m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
?-205m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks) |
| Famille | Dalatiidae (Kitefin Sharks) |
| Espèces | Euprotomicroides zantedeschia |
Foire aux questions
How big does Taillight shark get?
Taillight shark can grow up to 42.0 cm long.
What family does Taillight shark belong to?
Taillight shark (Euprotomicroides zantedeschia) belongs to the family Dalatiidae (Kitefin Sharks) in the order Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks).
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