The lesser spotted dogfish is a small, bottom-dwelling shark found in the northeastern Atlantic. It has a slender body, sandy brown with dark spots, and grows up to 39 inches, weighing around 3 pounds. Preferring rocky and sandy seabeds, it feeds on crustaceans, mollusks, and small fish. It is known for its nocturnal hunting behavior and docile nature. This summary is AI generated
Water type
Common depth
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Lesser spotted dogfish
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Lesser spotted dogfish
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