A rare holocephalan cartilaginous fish species belonging to the chimaerid family, characterized by its unique morphological adaptations in marine environments. Endemic to specific oceanic regions with specialized feeding and locomotion strategies.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Deep marine environments, typically found at depths between 200-800 meters in temperate and subtropical oceanic regions with rocky or sandy substrates
Ecological Role
Plays a critical role in deep-sea food webs as a mid-level predator, contributing to marine ecosystem balance and biodiversity regulation
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Smooth cartilaginous skin with minimal dermal denticles, pale gray to bluish-gray coloration
- LIMBS WINGS Pectoral fins modified for efficient deep-sea navigation, flexible dorsal fin with potential defensive capabilities
- HEAD SENSORY Large eyes, specialized electrosensory ampullae for prey detection, robust jaw structure adapted for crushing hard-shelled prey
- BODY STRUCTURE Elongated cartilaginous body with streamlined profile, approximately 60-80 cm total length, weight range 3-5 kg
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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