What is another word for spotted ratfish?
Pronunciation: [spˈɒtɪd ɹˈatfɪʃ] (IPA) 
The spotted ratfish, commonly known as the spiny dogfish, is a species of fish belonging to the family Chimaeridae. It is characterized by its reddish-brown color, spiny fins, and distinctive features such as large eyes and a long snout. Other synonyms for the spotted ratfish include rabbit fish, sea rat, and rat-tailed fish. The fish can be found in the eastern Pacific Ocean, from southern California to British Columbia. It is an important species in commercial fishing and is also used in aquaria. Despite its common name, the spotted ratfish is not a rat or a rodent, but rather a cartilaginous fish.
