Comprehensive DescriptionRead full entry BiologyA rare species
(Ref. 26346) inhabiting continental slopes (Ref. 247). Usually
mesopelagic although taken most often near the bottom (Ref.
10717). Its razor-edged lower teeth is used to attack and
dismember large prey (Ref. 247). Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205).
Utilized dried salted for human consumption and for fishmeal
(Ref. 247).