A deep-sea chimaera species endemic to the North Atlantic Ocean, characterized by its unique cartilaginous skeleton and distinctive appearance.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Inhabits deep oceanic zones between 400-1,500 meters depth, predominantly in the North Atlantic continental slopes and submarine canyons
Ecological Role
Plays a critical role in deep-sea ecosystem balance as a mid-level predator, contributing to marine food web dynamics
Morphology
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SKIN COAT
Smooth, pale gray to silvery skin with minimal scales, adapted for deep-sea pressure environments
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LIMBS WINGS
Possesses paired pectoral fins and a single dorsal fin with a venomous spine
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HEAD SENSORY
Highly developed electrosensory organs for detecting prey in low-visibility deep-sea environments
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BODY STRUCTURE
Elongated, soft-bodied fish with a distinctive chimaera body plan, featuring a large head and tapering posterior region
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Tambja
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Related Species in Rhinochimaeridae
