Sculpted lanternshark

Etmopterus sculptus

Brittle stars join the diet along African slopes

Regional distribution
Marine fish
Atlantic Ocean
Indian Ocean
Africa
Elongated
Large

Sculpted lanternshark is known around Southeast Atlantic and Southwest Indian Ocean as a marine fish; It occurs in marine waters, and the species reaches a recorded maximum of 59 cm.

Class: Sharks and Rays
Order: Dogfish Sharks
Family: Etmopteridae
Genus: Etmopterus
Maximum length: 59 cm
Water: Marine
Body shape: elongated
Distribution: Southeast Atlantic and Southwest Indian Ocean: Namibia to southern Mozambique, and Madagascar Ridge.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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