Squatina squatina

Sharks

Angelshark
Gemeiner Meerengel
Zee-engel
Ange de mer
Angelote
Angelo di mare

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
The species can be found between 5 and 400 Meters.
Rare species.
Hides in the sand.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
Hides in the sand.
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 240 cm
The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
Diet : Mollusks - Fishes -

Relationship with humans

The animal may bite
The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
The species is classified asCritically endangered

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!