Rusty Catshark [Parmaturus bigus]
Description
The Rusty Catshark is a species found in the western Pacific Ocean, particularly around Indonesia. It is known for its reddish-brown coloration and large, rounded pectoral fins. It is a deep-water species, typically found at depths of 200-400 meters. The Rusty Catshark is oviparous, with females laying pairs of egg cases.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Flatworms
Platyhelminthes
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|---|---|
| Class |
Cestoda
Cestoda
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| Order |
Litobothriidea
Litobothriidea
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| Family |
Litobothriids
Litobothriidae
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| Genus |
Filetail Catsharks
Litobothrium
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