Longnose Sawshark [Pristiophorus cirratus]
Description
The Longnose Sawshark is a species of sawshark in the family Pristiophoridae. It is found off the coasts of Australia, from the intertidal zone to a depth of 156 meters. It is characterized by a long, slender saw-like snout equipped with sharp teeth. This sawshark is known to feed on small fish and invertebrates by using its saw to stun its prey before eating.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Cartilaginous Fish
Chondrichthyes
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| Order |
Ground Sharks
Carcharhiniformes
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| Family |
Longnose Sawtails
Pristiophoridae
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| Genus |
Common Sawsharks
Pristiophorus
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