Highfin dogfish
Centroscyllium excelsum
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 63,599998474121094 cm |
| Faixa de Profundidade | 800-1000m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Água
Saltwater
Faixa de Profundidade
800-1000m
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks) |
| Família | Etmopteridae (Lantern Sharks) |
| Espécies | Centroscyllium excelsum |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does Highfin dogfish get?
Highfin dogfish can grow up to 63.599998474121094 cm long.
What family does Highfin dogfish belong to?
Highfin dogfish (Centroscyllium excelsum) belongs to the family Etmopteridae (Lantern Sharks) in the order Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks).
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