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Etmopteridae

Tailspot lanternshark

Etmopterus caudistigmus

A black spot sits above the tail base

Regional distribution
Marine fish
Pacific Ocean
Oceania
Elongated
Compressed cross-section
Medium

Tailspot lanternshark is a marine fish from Western Central Pacific. It inhabits marine waters. The species reaches a recorded maximum of 31.4 cm.

Class: Sharks and Rays
Order: Dogfish Sharks
Family: Etmopteridae
Genus: Etmopterus
Maximum length: 31.4 cm
Water: Marine
Body shape: elongated
Distribution: Western Central Pacific: New Caledonia.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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