Southern Chimaera

Chimaera fulva
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Quick Facts

Scientific name Chimaera fulva
Family Chimaera / Chimaeridae
Size Up to 1 m (3.28 ft)
Weight Up to 5 kg (11 lb)

Distribution

Habitat & AU Distribution Deep ocean waters, bottom dwelling on the continental slope
Depth Range 780 - 1,095 m (2,559 - 3,592 ft)
Southern Chimaera Distribution