Squalus suckleyi

Sharks

  • Pacific spiny dogfish
  • Aiguillat commun du Pacifique Nord
  • Galludo espinilla

Distribution

    Environment and movement of the diurnal species

    • The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
    • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
    • The species can be found between 0 and 1200 Meters.
    • Uncommon Species

    General behaviour of the species

    • Species generally solitary
    • The animal is threatening but not necessarily aggressive

    General characteristics of the species

    • Maximum size : 160 cm
    • Maximum age known : 80 year(s)
    • The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
    • Diet : 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
      • -Sport or local fishing
      • Used in the clothing, footwear or crafts industries for the manufacture of articles (jewellery, etc.)
    The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!