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When was Spotted ratfish created?
Spotted ratfish was created in 1839.
Are ratfish heterotrophic?
Yes, ratfish are heterotrophic, which means they obtain their energy by consuming other organisms. They primarily feed on small fish, crustaceans, and mollusks in their marine habitat.
What does a spotted ratfish eat?
Crustaceans, worms, small fish and small clams
What rhymes with catfish?
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How do ratfish differ from other chondrichthyes?
Ratfish belong to the subclass Holocephali, whereas most other chondrichthyes, such as sharks and rays, belong to the subclass Elasmobranchii. The main differences include the ratfish having a single gill opening, tooth plates for feeding, and a venomous spine on the dorsal fin, in contrast to the multiple gill openings, teeth, and lack of venomous spines in other chondrichthyes.
What is another name for a chimera?
A "chimera" can also be referred to as a hybrid or a crossbreed.
What eats ratfish?
Small crustaceans, clams, crabs, starfish, whatever is on the sea floor.
What do ratfish eat?
Ratfish primarily feed on small fish, crustaceans, and bottom-dwelling invertebrates like worms and mollusks. They are opportunistic feeders and will consume whatever is available in their habitat, including small octopus and squid.
What has the author Allyn G Johnson written?
Allyn G. Johnson has written: 'Biology of the ratfish, Hydrolagus colliei (Lay and Bennett)'
What are fish skeletons made of - bone and cartiladge?
Sharks, rays and ratfish have cartilage but its not sharks. Boney fish (like their name suggests) have bone in the mix - but they still have a lot of cartilage.
What are some sea animals starting with r?
Here's a few that come to mind... Remora, ratfish, rock beauty, rainbow parrotfish, redband parrotfish, ray, rainbow trout.
What other animals are in class chondrichthyes?
Chondrichyhyes is the animal class that includes cartilaginous fishes like sharks, rays and chimeras.
