David's Angel Shark
📖 Overview
David's Angel Shark (Squatina david) is a ray-finned fish of the family Squatinidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 78.7 cm. It occurs at depths between 51 and 272 metres. With a trophic level of 3.9, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Anal spines: 0. Diagnosis: Mid-dorsal line lacking thorns or enlarged, sharp, pointed dermal denticles; eye-spiracle distance larger than 1.5 times eye diameter in specimens larger than 60 cm TL; each nasal flap with 2 rod-like barbels, outer barbel divided; coloration grayish to brownish yellow, male dark-spotted, females with abundant whitish spots . Cross section: flattened.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for David's Angel Shark is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 51 - 272 m . Tropical South America (Venezuela and Surinam) to Panama.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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