Brown Lanternshark [Etmopterus unicolor]
Description
The Brown Lanternshark (Etmopterus unicolor) is a rare species of shark in the family Etmopteridae. As its name suggests, it has a uniform brown coloration. It is a relatively small species, with adults typically measuring around 30-40 cm in length. This shark is usually found in the waters around New Zealand.
Where To See Brown Lanternshark
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Fish, Sharks & Rays (plus Sea Turtles & Whales)
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Elasmobranchs (Sharks, Rays, Skates)
Elasmobranchii
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| Order |
Dogfish Sharks
Squaliformes
|
| Family |
Lantern Sharks
Etmopteridae
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| Genus |
Green Eye Sharks
Etmopterus
|
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