Fishing for Pacific sharpnose shark

Rhizoprionodon longurio

The Pacific sharpnose shark is a slender, small-bodied shark found in the warm coastal waters of the eastern Pacific Ocean. It typically measures around 35-40 inches in length and weighs 15-20 pounds. This shark feeds on small fish and invertebrates. Known for its agile swimming, it often forms small groups and is active both day and night. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Vulnerable

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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Pacific sharpnose shark

SUFI Pier

24 in · 10 lb

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Pacific sharpnose shark

Imperial Beach Pier

24 in · 8 lb

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Bahía Pichilinique

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Pacific sharpnose shark

Miami-Dade County Coast

25 in · 15 lb

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