Pygmy Shark
Euprotomicrus bispinatus
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Euprotomicrus bispinatus
Family
Kitefin Shark / Dalatiidae
Size
Up to 30 cm (11.8 in)
Weight
Up to .75 kg (1.65 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Deeper ocean waters throughout the water column near the surface at night & retreating to deeper water during the day
Depth Range
0 - 1,800 m (5,905 ft)
