eastern angel shark
| Scientific name | Squatina albipunctata |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Last &White |
| Year of description | 2008 |
| IUCN category | VU |
| Family | Squatinidae |
| Genus | Squatina |
Introduction
Squatina albipunctata, commonly known as eastern angel shark, is a salt water fish from the Tasman Sea.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size100 cm
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Maximum size130 cm
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Mimicrysand
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Patternponctuations
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Average size100 cm
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Maximum size130 cm
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Mimicrysand
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Patternponctuations
How to recognize the eastern angel shark ?
The eastern angel shark measures around 100 cm. The females are more imposing and some specimens can reach 130 cm. This fish is unicolore with a predominantly beige and gris body. The also has blanc ponctuations.
Sexual dimorphism
The female is bigger than the male.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Sociabilitysolitary
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territorialYes
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Way of livingnocturnal
The eastern angel shark is a fish solitary naturally found on the bottom. This species is carnivorous . This fish lives mainly at night. Usually, it leaves its hiding place and starts to be active once it gets dark.
This species is territorial and does not appreciate the presence of intruders nearby, especially animals with similar behavior. However, the eastern angel shark has little concern for non-territorial animals.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovovivipare
The eastern angel shark is a fish ovovivipare.
Risks for humans
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VenomousNo
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BiteYes
This species can attack if it feels threatened. It is important to be particularly vigilant especially during dives or fishing sessions.
Where to find it?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature20 - 25 °C
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Depth35 - 415 m
Biotope presentation
The eastern angel shark is most often found at a depth between 35m and 415m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
To go further
To read on the web
Sources & Contributions
Participation & Validation
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Translation
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