Spiny Dogfish [Squalus acanthias]
Description
The Spiny Dogfish is a small to medium-sized shark species found worldwide in temperate and subarctic waters. It is characterized by two spines located in front of each dorsal fin. They are known for their slow growth and long lifespan, which can reach over 100 years.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Cartilaginous Fish
Chondrichthyes
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| Order |
Dogfish Sharks
Squaliformes
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| Family |
Dogfish Sharks
Squalidae
|
| Genus |
Dogfish sharks
Squalus
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