Fishing for Lesser spotted dogfish

Scyliorhinus canicula
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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

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Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

1 ft - 2 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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