Fishing for Sharptooth houndshark

Triakis megalopterus

The sharptooth houndshark is a medium-sized shark found in coastal waters. It typically measures around 36 inches and weighs up to 20 pounds. It has a slender body with a pointed snout and large pectoral fins. This species feeds on small fish and invertebrates. It is known for its nocturnal hunting behavior and prefers sandy or rocky seabeds. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

3 ft - 164 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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