Is a hagfish a mammal

Updated: 9/17/2021

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Yes, a Hagfish is a mammal. ;)

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Jonny Russell ∙

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No, it's not even a fish, let alone a mammal. Mammals have a proper backbone and are warm-blooded and have hair. The hagfish has none of these characteristics. In fact, it's not even a fish!

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Is a Hagfish jawless?

Yes the hagfish is jawless.

Does the hagfish have a backbone?

hagfish is the only chordate that lacks a backbone

What do hagfish do that is special what do hagfish do that is special?

They can tie themselves in knots.

When was Hagfish - band - created?

Hagfish - band - was created in 1993.

When did Hagfish - band - end?

Hagfish - band - ended in 2001.

Are hagfish mammals?

No. Hagfish are cold-blooded, as are all similar eels. The hagfish is unique in that it has no vertebrae (spinal column) but does have a bony skull.

Is the hagfish extinct?

No, the hagfish still lives in southern parts of Asia

What is an example of an jaw less fish?

Hagfish and lampreys.

Is a hagfish a ectotherm?

Yes , since a hagfish is a Agnathan and all Agnathans are ectothermic .

What names of the fish does the hagfish eat?

hagfish eat dead fish, including whale carcasses

Do hagfish live in freshwater?

In the wild, the lifespan of a hagfish is 40 years. In captivity, they only live to be about 17 years old.

How long can a hagfish survive without eating?

A Hagfish can live approximately for 3 and 1/2 months