Velvet belly
Etmopterus spinax
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 60,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0,85 kg |
| Phạm vi độ sâu | 70-2490m |
Habitat & Distribution
Demersal
Loại nước
Saltwater
Phạm vi độ sâu
70-2490m
Taxonomy
| Bộ | Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks) |
| Họ | Etmopteridae (Lantern Sharks) |
| Loài | Etmopterus spinax |
Câu hỏi thường gặp
How big does Velvet belly get?
Velvet belly can grow up to 60.0 cm long and weigh 0.85 kg.
Where is Velvet belly found?
Demersal
What family does Velvet belly belong to?
Velvet belly (Etmopterus spinax) belongs to the family Etmopteridae (Lantern Sharks) in the order Squaliformes (Dogfish Sharks).
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