Giant Chimaera

Chimaera lignaria
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Quick Facts

Scientific name Chimaera lignaria
Other names Carpenter's Chimaera, Giant Purple Chimaera
Size Up to 1.4 m (4.5 ft)
Weight Up to 7 kg (15 lb)

Distribution

Habitat & AU Distribution Deep ocean waters, bottom dwelling on the continental slope
Depth Range 400 - 1,800 m (1,312 - 5,905 ft)
Giant Chimaera Distribution