Lamnidae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Lamniformes, class Elasmobranchii. The family contains 4 accepted species worldwide.
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Lamna ditropis Hubbs & Follett, 1947
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Lamnidae animals belong to the Lamniformes order in the Animalia kingdom. A unique identifying feature of this species is that the free rear tip of the first dorsal fin is abruptly light gray or white. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
Lamnidae is classified in the order Lamniformes, class Elasmobranchii, phylum Chordata. The dividing line between the blue upper body and white lower body is distinct.
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