Deep Sea Profile
Deep-sea chimaeras with large green eyes and white-spotted bodies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are they sharks?
They are cartilaginous fish related to sharks, but they belong to a separate group called chimaeras.
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Spotted Ratfish
Spotted ratfish
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Abyssal Stats
Depth
0–900 m (0–3,000 ft)
Size
Up to 97 cm (38 in)
Habitat
Rocky Seafloor
Diet
Crabs, clams, and worms
What they'd be sayin'
"I have beautiful, glowing green eyes that help me see in the dim light of the deep."
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