Short-Tail Lanternshark

Etmopterus brachyurus
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Quick Facts

Scientific nameEtmopterus brachyurus
SizeUp to 50 cm (19.6 in)
WeightUp to 1 kg (2.2. lb)
FamilyLanternshark / Etmopteridae

Distribution

Habitat & AU DistributionDeep ocean waters amongst the bottom on the upper continental slope
Depth Range400 - 600 m (1,312 - 1,968 ft)
Short-Tail Lanternshark Distribution