salamander shark
A species of catshark (Parmaturus pilosus) found in Japanese waters. The name comes from its resemblance to a salamander (イモリ).
The salamander shark is a small shark that lives in the deep sea.
I saw a specimen of a salamander shark at the aquarium.
Katakana spelling is standard for this species name; usually written in kana.
Kanji spelling is rare and may not be widely recognized; the katakana form is preferred.
Compound of イモリ (salamander) and サメ (shark), referring to its salamander-like appearance.