Longnose Sawtails [Pristiophoridae]

Description

Pristiophoridae, or longnose sawtails, is a family distinct from the main groups of sharks within the Carcharhiniformes order and is often associated with the order Pristiophoriformes. They are characterized by their long, saw-like snouts, which are lined with teeth and used to hunt prey by slashing through schools of fish or digging into the seabed to uncover hidden creatures. These sharks are found in temperate and tropical oceans around the world, usually in deeper waters. Their unique appearance and hunting technique make them one of the more unusual and specialized groups within the shark family.

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