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New species of chimaera discovered in New Zealand

October 6, 2024 by HAL

A new species of chimaera, named Harriotta avia, has been discovered in the deep sea around New Zealand. This fish is also called the narrow-nosed spookfish and is distinct for its elongated snout and large eyes. Chimaeras are related to sharks and are mostly found in deep waters, living at depths of up to 2,600 […]

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Meet Chloe the Chimaera

February 22, 2023 by HAL

Chloe the Chimaera, a Spotted Ratfish, lives in the deep ocean. She is related to sharks, skates, and rays and has big green eyes that help her see in the dark. There are about 50 species of chimaera, many with a venomous spine for protection. Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org

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Chimaera

September 29, 2021 by HAL

Chimaera, also known as rabbit fish or ghostfish, are mysterious deep-sea creatures related to sharks and rays. They have unique features like long bodies, large eyes, and a venomous spine for defense. These slow-growing fish are at risk from human activities, particularly deep sea trawling, and are vulnerable due to their long lifespan and low […]

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Chimaera

September 29, 2021 by HAL

Chimaeras, also called ghost sharks or rabbit fish, are deep-sea fish related to sharks, skates, and rays. They have unique features like fused upper jaws, four gills, and large grinding tooth plates, and live at depths of 200-2,600 meters. Chimaeras feed mainly on bottom-dwelling invertebrates, use electroreception to hunt, and lay eggs in sandy or […]

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