Portugese dogfish
Centroscymnus coelolepis
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Overview
Portugese dogfish (Centroscymnus coelolepis) is a marine fish of the family Somniosidae (Sleeper Sharks), in the order Squaliformes. Maximum recorded length is 121 cm, with a maximum published weight of 10 kg. Its recorded depth range is 128–3700 m. Recorded habitats include demersal.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 121,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 10,1 kg |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 128-3700m |
Habitat & Distribution
Demersal
Su Tipi
Saltwater
Derinlik Aralığı
128-3700m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks) |
| Familya | Somniosidae (Sleeper Sharks) |
| Türler | Centroscymnus coelolepis |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does Portugese dogfish get?
Portugese dogfish can grow up to 121.0 cm long and weigh 10.1 kg.
Where is Portugese dogfish found?
Demersal
What family does Portugese dogfish belong to?
Portugese dogfish (Centroscymnus coelolepis) belongs to the family Somniosidae (Sleeper Sharks) in the order Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks).
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