frilled shark
The 'frilled shark' is often referred to as a 'living fossil' due to its ancient lineage and primitive features.
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Definition
C1Marine Biology
(technical)A deep-sea shark with an eel-like body, frilled gill slits, and a mouth located at the end of its snout, belonging to the family Chlamydoselachidae.
Example
- The frilled shark's unique appearance makes it one of the most fascinating deep-sea creatures.
C1Marine Biology
(technical)A species of shark with six pairs of fringed gill slits and small, tricuspid teeth, found in deep waters of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.
Example
- Researchers were excited to capture rare footage of the frilled shark in its natural deep-sea habitat.
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