Arabian Smooth-Hound
Mustelus mosis
- Group: Shark
- Typical depth: to 400 m
- Max size: 1.5 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: NT
This smoothhound works both inshore and offshore bottoms and is sometimes seen over coral reefs. It grinds up small bottom fish, mollusks, and crustaceans with flat pavement like teeth. Reaching about a metre and a half, it bears live young and is listed as Near Threatened.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Carcharhiniformes › Triakidae › Mustelus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 214558.
FAQ
- How deep does the Arabian Smooth-Hound live?
- The Arabian Smooth-Hound (Mustelus mosis) is typically found at to 400 m.
- Is the Arabian Smooth-Hound dangerous to divers?
- The Arabian Smooth-Hound is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Arabian Smooth-Hound get?
- The Arabian Smooth-Hound grows to about 1.5 m.