Largespine velvet dogfish
📖 Overview
A rare species inhabiting lower continental slopes , also on insular slopes in large schools near the bottom which are segregated according to size and sex, and feeds on cephalopods and bony fishes . Up to 36 young in a litter, ths size at birth between 32 and 36 cm . Used for fishmeal and liver oil . Minimum depth from Ref. 247. Ovoviviparous .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 2; Anal spines: 0. Dark brown or blackish in color, dorsal fins with fairly prominent fin spines, moderately long snout, lanceolate upper teeth and bladelike lower teeth with short, oblique cusps, stocky body that tapers abruptly from pectoral region, and moderately large tricuspidate and tricarinate lateral trunk denticles .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Largespine velvet dogfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Largespine velvet dogfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Ovoviviparous . Distinct pairing with embrace .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 219 - 1550 m , usually 550 - 732 m . Deep-water; 50°S - 54°S Indian Oceans.
🌿 Ecology
cephalopods and bony fishes (Ref
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🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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