Smalleye Pygmy Shark
Squaliolus aliae
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameSqualiolus aliae
Other namesSpined Pygmy Shark
SizeUp to 22 cm (8.6 in)
WeightUp to .5 kg (1.1 lb)
FamilyKitefin Shark / Dalatiidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionDeeper oceanic waters throughout the upper & mid water columns over the continental shelf & slope
Depth Range150 - 2,000 m (492 - 6,561 ft)
