Flapnose houndshark
📖 Overview
Occurs from the surf line to close offshore . Feeds mainly on crustaceans (including lobsters), also squid . Viviparous . Caught by rock and surf anglers .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Anal spines: 0. A blunt-nosed houndshark with large, fused nasal flaps, and small, blunt, pebble-like teeth; 2nd dorsal fin as large as 1st . Grey above, cream below; newborn with white rear edges on dorsal, anal and caudal fins .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Flapnose houndshark is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Viviparous, placental . With 2 to 4 young in a litter . Size at birth about 34 cm . Gestation period is 9 to 10 months . Distinct pairing with embrace .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Subtropical; 27°S - 33°S South Africa.
🌿 Ecology
crustaceans (including lobsters), also squid (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🎣 Angling Guide
- medium-heavy 7ft spinning rod
- 30-50 lb braid
- fluorocarbon leader
- grass flats
- oyster bars
- marsh drains
- deeper channel edges
Use barbless hooks, minimise air exposure, and revive fish head-first in current before release.
⚠️ Slot limits protect breeding-size fish. Verify daily bag limits.
📊 Population Dynamics
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