| Family: |
Oxynotidae (Rough sharks) |
| Max. size: |
120 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
bathydemersal; marine; depth range 265 - 1044 m |
| Distribution: |
Eastern Atlantic: Atlantic slope from Scotland to Senegal (Ref. 247). |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Found on the continental slope (Ref. 247; shallow depth from Ref. 35388. Probably feeds on small bottom invertebrates and fishes. Ovoviviparous. |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 31 August 2020 (A2d) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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