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Hydrolagus deani (Smith & Radcliffe, 1912) Philippine chimaera |
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photo by
FAO |
| Family: | Chimaeridae (Shortnose chimaeras or ratfishes) | |||
| Max. size: | 67 cm TL (male/unsexed); 73 cm TL (female) | |||
| Environment: | bathydemersal; marine; depth range 469 - 770 m | |||
| Distribution: | Western Central Pacific: known only from the Philippines. | |||
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| Biology: | Rare and limited to the upper slope. Oviparous (Ref. 205). Eggs are encased in horny shells (Ref. 205). Biology and utilization unknown in the area (Ref. 9904). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||