Goblin Shark
Mitsukurina owstoni
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Mitsukurina owstoni
Other names
Elphin Shark
Size
Up to 6 m (19.6 ft)
Weight
Over 210 kg (462 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Deep sea on or near the bottom over the outer continental shelf & upper slope including seamounts
Depth Range
200 - 1,300 m (656 - 4,265 ft)
