Mustelus lunulatus Jordan & Gilbert, 1882 Sicklefin smooth-hound |
photo by
Robertson, R. |
Family: | Triakidae (Houndsharks), subfamily: Triakinae | |||
Max. size: | 175 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | demersal; marine; depth range 10 - 94 m | |||
Distribution: | Eastern Pacific: southern California, USA to Panama. | |||
Diagnosis: | ||||
Biology: | Found on the continental shelves, close inshore to well offshore. Ovoviviparous (Ref. 50449). Utilized for human consumption. | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 26 January 2015 Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |