A rare deep-sea cartilaginous fish belonging to the Rhinochimaeridae family, characterized by its unique morphological adaptations for deep oceanic environments.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Deep continental and slope waters of the Northwest Atlantic Ocean, typically at depths between 500-2,000 meters, preferring cold, dark marine environments with temperatures ranging from 4-8°C
Ecological Role
Important component of deep-sea ecosystems, serving as a mid-level predator and contributing to marine food web dynamics and oceanic biodiversity
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Smooth, scaleless skin with a pale grayish-brown coloration, providing camouflage in deep marine environments
- LIMBS WINGS Pectoral fins adapted for efficient maneuvering in deep-ocean currents, with a unique wing-like configuration
- HEAD SENSORY Large, sensitive electrosensory rostral organ enabling precise detection of prey in low-light deep-sea conditions
- BODY STRUCTURE Elongated, slender body with a distinctive chimaera-type skeleton, approximately 1-1.5 meters in total length, weighing between 3-7 kg
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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