Dwarf Lanternshark

Body strongly marked with light and dark areas, streaks and spots; very small (probably the smallest shark) with a somewhat flattened head and snout (its depth 2/3 or less than its width); moderately large eyes; slender, needle-shaped denticles in random, dense array; fins moderately large.

Distinct pairing with embrace (Ref. 205).

Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205).