White-fin smooth-hound
📖 Overview
White-fin smooth-hound (Mustelus widodoi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Triakidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 108.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 60 and 120 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
This moderately sized species is characterized by the following: low preanal length to anal-caudal space, 7.1-8.7, and to dorsal-caudal space, 5.3-6 ratios; moderately large dorsal fins, upright, base length of first dorsal 1.3-1.5 times anal-caudal space; claspers of adult males terminating well short of anal-fin origin; about 73/69 rows of teeth, exposed evenly around symphysis of lower jaw when mouth is closed; 86-89 precaudal vertebrae centra, 33-35 monospondylous centra; first dorsal fin with a broad white margin; apex of second dorsal fin with a distinct black margin; terminal caudal lobe with distinct black tip .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for White-fin smooth-hound is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic; depth range 60 - 120 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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