Dawson's catshark
Bythaelurus dawsoni
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Saltwater
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 |
| 栖息水深 | 50-1200m |
Habitat & Distribution
水质类型
Saltwater
栖息水深
50-1200m
Taxonomy
| 目 | Carcharhiniformes (Ground sharks) |
| 科 | Pentanchidae |
| 物种 | Bythaelurus dawsoni |
常见问题
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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