Fishing for Smalleye pygmy shark

Squaliolus aliae

The smalleye pygmy shark is a diminutive deep-sea species, reaching up to 8 inches and weighing around 0.5 pounds. It features a slender body, small eyes, and bioluminescent organs. Preferring oceanic waters, it inhabits depths of 650 to 3,280 feet. Its diet primarily consists of small fish and squid, and it exhibits vertical migratory behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Smalleye pygmy shark

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