Dawson's catshark
Bythaelurus dawsoni
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Overview
Dawson's catshark (Bythaelurus dawsoni) is a marine fish of the family Pentanchidae, in the order Carcharhiniformes. Maximum recorded length is 45 cm. Its recorded depth range is 50–1200 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 45.0 cm |
| ช่วงความลึก | 50-1200m |
Habitat & Distribution
ประเภทน้ำ
Saltwater
ช่วงความลึก
50-1200m
Taxonomy
| อันดับ | Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks) |
| วงศ์ | Pentanchidae |
| สายพันธุ์ | Bythaelurus dawsoni |
คำถามที่พบบ่อย
How big does Dawson's catshark get?
Dawson's catshark can grow up to 45.0 cm long.
What family does Dawson's catshark belong to?
Dawson's catshark (Bythaelurus dawsoni) belongs to the family Pentanchidae in the order Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks).
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