Fishing for Atlantic angelshark

Squatina dumeril

The Atlantic angel shark is a flattened, ray-like fish found in the western Atlantic Ocean. It typically measures 36-48 inches and weighs 20-30 pounds. Preferring sandy or muddy seabeds, it is an ambush predator, feeding on small fish and invertebrates. Its nocturnal behavior and camouflage help it remain hidden from both prey and predators. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Traumatogenic

Source: Fishbase

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Atlantic County Coast

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Long Beach City Beach

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Huntington Harbour

36 in · 40 lb

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