kitefin shark; seal shark
A deep-sea shark species (Dalatias licha). The name ヨロイザメ (literally 'armor shark') refers to its rough, armor-like skin.
The kitefin shark is a small shark that lives in the deep sea.
Katakana spelling is standard for this species name; usually written in kana.
Kanji spelling exists but is rarely used; the katakana form is strongly preferred.
Compound of 鎧 (yoroi, 'armor') + 鮫 (same, 'shark'), referring to its rough skin. The exact historical derivation is uncertain.