Basking shark
Cetorhinus maximus
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Saltwater
Максимальная длина
1520,0 cm
Максимальный вес
4000,0 kg
Диапазон глубин
0-2000m
Семейство
Overview
Basking shark (Cetorhinus maximus) is a marine fish of the family Cetorhinidae (Basking Sharks), in the order Lamniformes. Maximum recorded length is 1520 cm, with a maximum published weight of 4000 kg. Its recorded depth range is 0–2000 m. Recorded habitats include neritic.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 1520,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 4000,0 kg |
| Диапазон глубин | 0-2000m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic
Тип воды
Saltwater
Диапазон глубин
0-2000m
Taxonomy
| Отряд | Lamniformes (Mackerel sharks) |
| Семейство | Cetorhinidae (Basking Sharks) |
| Виды | Cetorhinus maximus |
Часто задаваемые вопросы
How big does Basking shark get?
Basking shark can grow up to 1520.0 cm long and weigh 4000.0 kg.
Where is Basking shark found?
Neritic
What family does Basking shark belong to?
Basking shark (Cetorhinus maximus) belongs to the family Cetorhinidae (Basking Sharks) in the order Lamniformes (Mackerel sharks).
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