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Squalidae

shortnose spurdog

Squalus megalops

Squalid Fish of Coastal Waters

Tropical
Local endemic species
Restricted distribution
Marine fish
Atlantic Ocean
Indian Ocean
Elongated
Large
Tropical fish

shortnose spurdog is a marine fish found around Eastern Indian Ocean. It inhabits marine waters. Records give a maximum length of 72 cm.

Class: Sharks and Rays
Order: Dogfish Sharks
Family: Squalidae
Genus: Squalus
Water type: Marine
Body shape: elongated

Distribution area

Not available

Conservation status (IUCN)

LCNTVUENCREWEX

Least Concern (LC)

Threats are not currently serious, and the species faces a low risk of extinction.

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