Atlantic weasel shark
Paragaleus pectoralis
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Overview
Atlantic weasel shark (Paragaleus pectoralis) is a marine fish of the family Hemigaleidae (Weasel Sharks), in the order Carcharhiniformes. Maximum recorded length is 140 cm. It has been recorded to depths of 100 m. Recorded habitats include neritic.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 140,0 cm |
| Диапазон глубин | ?-100m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic
Тип воды
Saltwater
Диапазон глубин
?-100m
Taxonomy
| Отряд | Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks) |
| Семейство | Hemigaleidae (Weasel Sharks) |
| Виды | Paragaleus pectoralis |
Часто задаваемые вопросы
How big does Atlantic weasel shark get?
Atlantic weasel shark can grow up to 140.0 cm long.
Where is Atlantic weasel shark found?
Neritic
What family does Atlantic weasel shark belong to?
Atlantic weasel shark (Paragaleus pectoralis) belongs to the family Hemigaleidae (Weasel Sharks) in the order Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks).
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