7-gilled shark
Heptranchias perlo
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7-gilled shark (Heptranchias perlo) is a marine fish of the family Hexanchidae, in the order Hexanchiformes. Maximum recorded length is 137 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–1000 m.
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Heptranchias perlo, the sharpnose sevengill shark, reaches up to 137 cm in saltwater environments worldwide. It is distinguished by its seven gill slits, a feature shared with only a few other primitive shark species.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 137,0 cm |
| Диапазон глубин | 0-1000m |
Habitat & Distribution
Taxonomy
| Отряд | Hexanchiformes |
| Семейство | Hexanchidae |
| Виды | Heptranchias perlo |
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