Etmopterus evansi [Etmopterus evansi]
Description
This species is a classic deep-water “lanternshark,” usually appearing as a small, dark shark in the dim depths. If you’re lucky enough to encounter one, it may drift through your light beam with a slow, steady pace, giving divers a brief but memorable look at life in the deep.
Where To See Etmopterus evansi
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Fish, Sharks & Rays (plus Sea Turtles & Whales)
Chordata
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|---|---|
| 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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