Sharpnose Sevengill Shark [Heptranchias perlo]
Description
The Sharpnose Sevengill Shark is a species of shark in the family Hexanchidae. It is characterized by its slender body and sharp, narrow head. The shark has seven gill slits, a unique feature that sets it apart from most other sharks, which typically have five gill slits. It can be found in subtropical and temperate oceans worldwide, dwelling at depths between 100 and 400 meters. The Sharpnose Sevengill Shark is a predatory species, feeding on a variety of fish, squid, and crustaceans. It is notably bioluminescent, with photophores lining its stomach to emit a soft, greenish glow.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Cartilaginous Fish
Chondrichthyes
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| Order |
Mackerel Sharks
Lamniformes
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| Family |
Sand Tigers
Odontaspididae
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| Genus |
Sharpnose Sevengill Sharks
Pseudocarcharias
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