LITTLE SLEEPER SHARK
Somniosus rostratus
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A rare species (Ref. 26346) found on outer continental shelves and upper slopes (Ref. 247). Probably feeds on deepwater bottom fishes and invertebrates (Ref. 247). Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205), length at birth 21-28 cm TL (Ref. 26346). Utilized as fishmeal and possibly as food fish (Ref. 247).
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Scolopsis xenochrous Günther, 1872
Oblique-barred monocle bream |
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Perca fluviatilis Linnaeus, 1758
European perch |
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Chromis verater Jordan & Metz, 1912
Threespot chromis |
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Callionymus hindsii Richardson, 1844
Hinds' dragonet |
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Rhinobatos productus Ayres, 1854
Shovelnose guitarfish |