Sawback Angelshark
Squatina aculeata
- Group: Shark
- Typical depth: 30–500 m
- Max size: 1.9 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: CR
A flattened, raylike shark that lies buried in muddy bottoms with only its eyes showing, ready to ambush passing small sharks and jacks. A ridge of sharp thorns runs down its back, giving it its name. Heavy fishing pressure has pushed it to critically endangered, and it bears live young.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Squatiniformes › Squatinidae › Squatina
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 105926.
FAQ
- How deep does the Sawback Angelshark live?
- The Sawback Angelshark (Squatina aculeata) is typically found at 30–500 m.
- Is the Sawback Angelshark dangerous to divers?
- The Sawback Angelshark is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Sawback Angelshark get?
- The Sawback Angelshark grows to about 1.9 m.