The Frilled Shark has a distinctive appearance with frilled gills and a long, eel-like body. It is often called a 'living fossil' due to its ancient lineage.
Habitat
Deep-sea environments, typically found at depths of 120 to 1,500 meters.
Diet
Carnivorous, preying on fish and squid.
How common
Rare
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