Longsnout dogfish
📖 Overview
A rare and little-known species found on outer continental shelves and upper slopes . Feeds on bony fishes . Ovoviviparous .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 2; Anal spines: 0. Extremely long snout, grooved dorsal fin spines, compressed cutting teeth in both jaws, moderately large, pitchfork-shaped denticles, no subcaudal keel on underside of caudal peduncle, first dorsal fin short and high . Dark brown, grey, or black in color; juveniles with a dark blotch on each dorsal fin .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Longsnout dogfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Longsnout dogfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Ovoviviparous, embryos feed solely on yolk . Distinct pairing with embrace .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 150 - 1360 m , usually 400 - 820 m . Deep-water; 9°S - 54°S, 12°E - 172°W Southeast Atlantic: off Namibia and off Algoa Bay, South Africa.
🌿 Ecology
bony fishes (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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