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!