| Family: |
Chimaeridae (Shortnose chimaeras or ratfishes) |
| Max. size: |
88.1 cm TL (female) |
| Environment: |
bathydemersal; marine; depth range - 1506 m |
| Distribution: |
North Atlantic: Bahamas. |
| Diagnosis: |
This species possess an anal fin separate from the ventral caudal margin by a notch. It is distinguished from its congeners by its relatively large body size; a long pre-narial length; a short pectoral-pelvic space and long pelvic-caudal space; ventral caudal margin ending slightly posterior to dorsal caudal margin; oral and preopercular lateral line canals share a short common branch, uniform caramel brown coloration, no color markings or mottling present; all fins a slightly darker brown color (Ref. 84473). |
| Biology: |
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| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 02 September 2019 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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