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African chimaera

African chimaera

Hydrolagus africanus

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Panjang Maks.
67,0 cm
Kedalaman
421-750m
Famili

Tentang

The African chimaera (Hydrolagus africanus) is a deep-sea saltwater cartilaginous fish found off the eastern Atlantic coast of Africa, growing to 67 cm. Like other chimaeras, it has large eyes, a smooth body, and a venomous spine at the front of the dorsal fin.

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 67,0 cm
Kedalaman 421-750m

Habitat & Distribution

Jenis Air
Saltwater
Kedalaman
421-750m
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Taxonomy

Ordo Chimaeriformes
Famili Chimaeridae
Spesies Hydrolagus africanus

Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan

How big does African chimaera get?
African chimaera can grow up to 67.0 cm long.
What family does African chimaera belong to?
African chimaera (Hydrolagus africanus) belongs to the family Chimaeridae in the order Chimaeriformes.

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