Short-Tail Lanternshark

Etmopterus brachyurus
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Quick Facts

Scientific name Etmopterus brachyurus
Family Lanternshark / Etmopteridae
Size Up to 50 cm (19.6 in)
Weight Up to 1 kg (2.2. lb)

Distribution

Habitat & AU Distribution Deep ocean waters amongst the bottom on the upper continental slope
Depth Range 400 - 600 m (1,312 - 1,968 ft)
Short-Tail Lanternshark Distribution