Growth parameters for Chimaera monstrosa
 
Maximum Length 150cm TL
n = 4
Note that studies where Loo is very different (+/- 1/3) from Lmax are doubtful.
Lm vs Linf graph [n = 2]
M vs K graph [n = 1]
M vs Linf graph [n = 1]
Longevity vs 3/K graph [n = 2]
ø = 2.62
L inf = 78.9 cm OT
K = 0.1
Median record no. 3
53977Ref. 53977
Loo
(cm)
Length Type K
(1/y)
t0
(years)
Sex M
(1/y)
Temp° C Lm Ø' Country Locality Questionable Captive
53.3 OT 0.140 -0.50 M 40.7 2.60 Portugal Continental shelf (8400-850 m) Yes No
63.6 OT 0.100 -1.08 F 45.9 2.61 Portugal continental slope (400-850 m depth) Yes No
78.9 OT 0.067 -2.51 2.62 Ireland west coast No No
93.5 TL 0.100 0.14 2.94 Ireland west coast, 2000-2001 No No
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