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The Bluntnose Sixgill Shark, *Hexanchus griseus*, is a remarkably ancient shark species dwelling in the deepest ocean waters. Its distinguishing feature is having six gill slits instead of the typical five, reflecting its lineage as one of the oldest living shark families, Hexanchidae. Scientists an...
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Large primitive shark with six gills and frequent footage, widely respected among deep-water sharks.
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The broadnose sevengill shark (Notorynchus cepedianus) is the only extant member of its genus and part of the family Hexanchidae. As its name suggests, it's distinguished by having seven gill slits, unlike most sharks which have five. This large, coastal shark inhabits temperate and tropical waters...
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Large coastal sevengill with prehistoric look and strong aquarium and diver recognition.
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The bigeye sixgill shark (Hexanchus nakamurai) is a deep-sea shark belonging to the family Hexanchidae, recognized by its notably large, fluorescent green eyes and the presence of six gill slits rather than the standard five. It is a relatively small shark species that inhabits the upper continental...
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Rare six-gilled anatomy and taxonomic interest are respected, but sparse observations constrain its reputation.
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The sharpnose sevengill shark, Heptranchias perlo, is a deepwater cow shark in the family Hexanchidae and the only living species placed in the genus Heptranchias. Unlike most sharks, which have five pairs of gill slits, it has seven pairs, along with a single dorsal fin positioned far back on the b...
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Seven-gill anatomy and sole genus status add interest, but low mainstream fame.
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The big-eyed sixgill shark (Hexanchus nakamurai) is a species of deep-water shark belonging to the family Hexanchidae. As its common name suggests, it is distinguished by having six gill slits (most sharks have five) and notably large eyes adapted for the low-light conditions of its deep-water habit...
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Primitive sixgill traits and large eyes are notable, but overshadowed by bluntnose sixgill.
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The bigeyed sixgill shark is Hexanchus nakamurai, a member of the cow-shark family Hexanchidae. It is distinguished by six gill slits, large eyes described as fluorescent green, and a range in the Indo-West Pacific. The species is associated with deepwater marine habitats, where its eye structure is...
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Cow shark with six gills and deepwater intrigue, moderate specialist appeal.
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