Lined Lanternshark [Etmopterus bullisi]
Description
The Lined Lanternshark (Etmopterus bullisi) is a species of shark in the family Etmopteridae. It has a unique feature of parallel rows of photophores on its lower sides. This species is deep-water dwelling, usually found at depths between 200 and 900 meters. Its habitat ranges from the northwest and western central Atlantic Ocean.
Where To See Lined 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
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| Family |
Lantern Sharks
Etmopteridae
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| Genus |
Green Eye Sharks
Etmopterus
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