A cartilaginous marine fish species belonging to the Chimaeriformes order, characterized by unique anatomical features and inhabiting deep oceanic environments of the Pacific region.
ADSENSE SLOT
Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Deep marine environments along the coastal waters of Japan, typically at depths between 100-500 meters, preferring cold temperate marine ecosystems with rocky substrate
Ecological Role
Plays a critical role in deep-sea food webs as a mid-level predator, contributing to marine ecosystem balance and biodiversity maintenance
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Smooth, scaleless skin with characteristic spotted pattern, providing camouflage in deep oceanic environments
- LIMBS WINGS Broad pectoral fins with unique wing-like structure, enabling precise maneuverability in deep marine habitats
- HEAD SENSORY Large eyes with advanced electroreception capabilities, specialized for low-light deep-sea environments
- BODY STRUCTURE Elongated, slightly flattened body with a distinctive cartilaginous skeleton, averaging 60-80 cm in total length, weight approximately 2-4 kg
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
ADSENSE VERTICAL