Overview

A deliberately restrained field-guide entry for Etmopterus samadiae that confirms the species identity while holding broader natural-history detail until stronger species-specific sources are available. Etmopterus samadiae profile Etmopterus samadiae belongs to the family Etmopteridae in the order Squaliformes. This entry currently stays focused on reviewed species identity rather than broader natural-history claims.

Why it matters: WoRMS record ID: 1042795.

Scientific nameEtmopterus samadiae
FamilyEtmopteridae
OrderSqualiformes

What this shark is

Etmopterus samadiae belongs to the family Etmopteridae in the order Squaliformes. This entry currently stays focused on reviewed species identity rather than broader natural-history claims.

How it differs from similar sharks

Compare it against Brown lanternshark, Etmopterus Alphus, and Ninja lanternshark.

Why it is notable

WoRMS record ID: 1042795.

Related shark pages

These links are meant to help readers continue through related species, not force extra clicks.

Ninja lanternshark scientific figure showing the dark body and fin placement; not to scale.
Etmopterus benchleyi

Ninja lanternshark

Common name: Etmopterus Benchleyi

Etmopterus benchleyi

0.3 m maxLeast Concern (LC)