Somniosidae
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| Scientific name | Somniosidae |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Order | Squaliform sharks |
| Rank | Family |
| Higher classification | Squaliform sharks |
| Family | D. S. Jordan |
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| ID | 2389178 |
About Somniosidae
The Somniosidae are a family of sharks in the order Squaliformes, commonly known as sleeper sharks. The common name "sleeper shark" comes from their slow swimming, low activity level, and perceived non-aggressive nature.