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Cookiecutter shark

Isistius brasiliensis

Description

The cookiecutter shark has a long, cylindrical body with a short, blunt snout, large eyes, two tiny spineless dorsal fins, and a large caudal fin. It is dark brown, with light-emitting photophores covering its underside except for a dark "collar" around its throat and gill slits.

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Statistics

Average size

Length:

1ft 5in

Weight:

?

Max size

Length:

1ft 10in

Weight:

?

Speed

Cruising:

?

Bolting:

?

Diving depth

Common:

? - 3280ft

Max:

?-12139ft

Lifespan

Wild:

y

Captivity:

Unknown

Status

Endangered:

41.54/100

Dangerous:

harmless

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