Squalus achantias

Select language



Vulnerability
Vulnerable Vulnerable species – Risk of extinction

Information

Possibly the most abundant living shark. An inshore and offshore dogfish of the continental and insular shelf and upper slopes. Usually near the bottom, but also in midwater and at the surface. Often found in enclosed bays and estuaries. Reported to enter freshwater but cannot survive there. The only species of horned sharks that can inflict toxins with its tail. Utilized for human consumption, liver oil, vitamins, sand paper, leather, fertilizer, etc. Eaten fried, broiled, and baked.

Localization

Western Atlantic: Greenland to Argentina. Eastern Atlantic: Iceland and Murmansk Coast (Russia) to South Africa, including the Mediterranean and Black Sea.

Show localization map
Credits: Fishbase, Sealifebase, Aquamaps

Environment

Marine

Additional information

Add your contribution
Send us a photo
0 0 votes
Article Rating

Subscribe
Notify of

0 Comments
Inline Feedbacks
View all comments