Fishing for Lesser spotted dogfish

Scyliorhinus canicula

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

Saltwater

Common depth

1 ft - 2 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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